NR222 Exam 1 Practice Questions & Answers!!!

While providing care to a patient, the nurse is responsible, both professionally and legally. Which concept does this describe? A. Autonomy B. Accountability C. Patient advocacy D. Patient education -ANSWER B. Accountability A nurse is using a guide that provides principles of right and wrong to provide care to patients. Which guide is the nurse using? A. Standards of practice B. Standards of professional performance C. Quality and safety education for nurses D. Code of ethics -ANSWER D. Code of ethics A patient is scheduled for surgery. When getting ready to obtain the informed consent, the patient tells the nurse, "I have no idea what is going to happen. I couldn't ask any questions." The nurse does not allow the patient to sign the permit and notifies the health care provider of the situation. Which role is the nurse displaying? A. Manager B. Patient educator C. Patient advocate D. Clinical Nurse Specialist -ANSW