TestBank - Introduction to Critical Care Nursing7e (Sole 2016)

Test Bank - Introduction to Critical Care Nursing7e (Sole 2016) 2 3. The main purpose of certification is to: a. assure the consumer that you will not make a mistake. b. prepare for graduate school. c. promote magnet status for your facility. d. validate knowledge of critical care nursing. ANS: D Certification assists in validating knowledge of the field, promotes excellence in the profession, and helps nurses to maintain their knowledge of critical care nursing.Certification helps to assure the consumer that the nurse has a minimum level of knowledge; however, it does not ensure that care will be mistake-free. Certification does not prepare one for graduate school; however, achieving certification demonstrates motivation for achievement and professionalism.Magnet facilities are rated on the number of certified nurses; however, that is not the purpose of certification. DIF: Cognitive Level: Analysis REF: pp. 4-5 OBJ: Explain certification options for critical care nurses. TOP: NursingProcess Step: N/A MSC: NCLEX: Safe and Effective Care Environment 4. The synergy model of practice focuses on: a. allowing unrestricted visiting for the patient 24 hours each day. b. holistic and alternative therapies. c. needs of patients and their families, which drives nursing competency. d. patients needs for energy and support. ANS: C The synergy model of practice states that the needs of patients and familiesinfluence and drive competencies of nurses. Nursingpractice based on the synergy model would involve tailored visiting to meet the patients and familys needs and application of alternative therapies if desired by the patient, but that is not the primary focus