WSU N316 Final questions with correct answers
international council of nurses definition of nursing Correct
Answer-"Nursing encompasses autonomous and collaborative care of
individuals of all ages, families, groups and communities, sick or well
and in all settings. Nursing includes the promotion of health, prevention
of illness, and the care of ill, disabled and dying people. Advocacy,
promotion of a safe environment, research, participation in shaping
health policy and in patient and health systems management, and
education are also key nursing roles."
WHO definition of nursing Correct Answer-"Nursing encompasses
autonomous and collaborative care of individuals of all ages, families,
groups and communities, sick or well and in all settings. It includes the
promotion of health, the prevention of illness, and the care of ill,
disabled and dying people."
American Nurses Association definition of nursing Correct
Answer-"Nursing is the protection, promotion, and optimization of
health and abilities, prevention of illness and injury, facilitation of
healing, alleviation of suffering through the diagnosis and treatment of
human response, and advocacy in the care of individuals, families,
groups, communities, and populations."
Patient-centered care Correct Answer-recognize pt/designee as source of
control and full partner in providing compassionate and coordinated care
based on respect for pt's preferences, values, and needs
,teamwork and collaboration Correct Answer-Function effectively within
nursing and inter-professional teams, fostering open communication,
mutual respect, and shared decision-making to achieve quality patient
care.
Evidence-Based practice (EBP) Correct Answer-integrate best current
evidence with clinical expertise and patient/family preferences and
values for delivery of optimal health care
Quality improvement (QI) Correct Answer-Use data to monitor the
outcomes of care processes and use improvement methods to design and
test changes to continuously improve the quality and safety of health
care systems.
Safety Correct Answer-minimizes risk of harm to pt's and providers
through system effectiveness and individual performance
Informatics Correct Answer-use of info and tech to communicate,
manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support decision making
Benner's Model: Nursing Education and development Correct Answer-
Stage 1) novice
stage 2) advanced beginner
stage 3) competence
stage 4) proficient
stage 5) expert
, key responsibilities of RNs Correct Answer--perform physical exams
and health histories before making critical decisions
-provide health promotion, counseling, and education
-administer meds and other personalized interventions
-coordinate care with other health care professionals
Key responsibilities of LPNs Correct Answer--check vitals and look for
signs that health is deteriorating/improving
-perform basic nursing functions such as changing bandages and wound
dressings
-ensure pt's are comfortable, well-fed, and hydrated
-may administers meds in some settings
responsibilities of an APRN Correct Answer--provide primary and
preventative health care to public
-treat and diagnose illnesses
-advise public on health issues
-manage chronic disease and engage in continuous education
Nurse practitioners Correct Answer-prescribe medication, diagnose and
treat minor illnesses and injuries
certified Nurse-Midwives Correct Answer-provide gynecological and
low-risk obstetrical care
international council of nurses definition of nursing Correct
Answer-"Nursing encompasses autonomous and collaborative care of
individuals of all ages, families, groups and communities, sick or well
and in all settings. Nursing includes the promotion of health, prevention
of illness, and the care of ill, disabled and dying people. Advocacy,
promotion of a safe environment, research, participation in shaping
health policy and in patient and health systems management, and
education are also key nursing roles."
WHO definition of nursing Correct Answer-"Nursing encompasses
autonomous and collaborative care of individuals of all ages, families,
groups and communities, sick or well and in all settings. It includes the
promotion of health, the prevention of illness, and the care of ill,
disabled and dying people."
American Nurses Association definition of nursing Correct
Answer-"Nursing is the protection, promotion, and optimization of
health and abilities, prevention of illness and injury, facilitation of
healing, alleviation of suffering through the diagnosis and treatment of
human response, and advocacy in the care of individuals, families,
groups, communities, and populations."
Patient-centered care Correct Answer-recognize pt/designee as source of
control and full partner in providing compassionate and coordinated care
based on respect for pt's preferences, values, and needs
,teamwork and collaboration Correct Answer-Function effectively within
nursing and inter-professional teams, fostering open communication,
mutual respect, and shared decision-making to achieve quality patient
care.
Evidence-Based practice (EBP) Correct Answer-integrate best current
evidence with clinical expertise and patient/family preferences and
values for delivery of optimal health care
Quality improvement (QI) Correct Answer-Use data to monitor the
outcomes of care processes and use improvement methods to design and
test changes to continuously improve the quality and safety of health
care systems.
Safety Correct Answer-minimizes risk of harm to pt's and providers
through system effectiveness and individual performance
Informatics Correct Answer-use of info and tech to communicate,
manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support decision making
Benner's Model: Nursing Education and development Correct Answer-
Stage 1) novice
stage 2) advanced beginner
stage 3) competence
stage 4) proficient
stage 5) expert
, key responsibilities of RNs Correct Answer--perform physical exams
and health histories before making critical decisions
-provide health promotion, counseling, and education
-administer meds and other personalized interventions
-coordinate care with other health care professionals
Key responsibilities of LPNs Correct Answer--check vitals and look for
signs that health is deteriorating/improving
-perform basic nursing functions such as changing bandages and wound
dressings
-ensure pt's are comfortable, well-fed, and hydrated
-may administers meds in some settings
responsibilities of an APRN Correct Answer--provide primary and
preventative health care to public
-treat and diagnose illnesses
-advise public on health issues
-manage chronic disease and engage in continuous education
Nurse practitioners Correct Answer-prescribe medication, diagnose and
treat minor illnesses and injuries
certified Nurse-Midwives Correct Answer-provide gynecological and
low-risk obstetrical care
