Fundamentals of Nursing 11th Edition by
Berman (), 9780135428733, Chapter 1-
51 Having Questions with ANSWERS
Which factor had the greatest influence on the expansion
of the practice of nursing?
A. Societal attitudes toward the image of nursing
B. Traditional female role of nurturing others
C. Nursing's commitment to religious values
D. Nursing leadership's skills at influencing others -
correct answers-D. Nursing leadership's skills at
influencing others
Rationale: Visionary nursing leadership was instrumental
in expanding the practice of nursing. Although females
were traditionally seen in a nurturing role, society viewed
them in a subservient and dependent role, which caused
them to be called upon to care for the ill of the
community. The commitment to religious values often
resulted in exploitation, with few monetary rewards.
What is the primary attribute Florence Nightingale used
to raise the status of nursing?
A. Her contribution to nursing education
B. Her use of political pressure
C. Her implementation of public health policies
, D. Her vision of the health promotion role of nurses -
correct answers-A. Her contribution to nursing education
Rationale: Each attribute had a positive influence on the
status of nursing, but it was thought that her greatest
achievement was her contribution to nursing education
Which of the following economic demographic changes
has affected the demand for nursing care?
A. Clients in hospitals are more acutely ill.
B. Families are relying on primary health providers for
health care.
C. There are a greater percentage of teenage substance
abusers.
D. An increased proportion of elderly people in the
population - correct answers-A. Clients in hospitals are
more acutely ill.
Rationale: Public and private health insurance programs
are requiring larger contributions. The impact has been
for the public to pay higher insurance premiums. The
result is an increased reliance on health services.
Which field of nursing specialty usually collaborates with
a multidisciplinary health care team to monitor the
outcomes of individual clients?
A. Nurse-researcher