Nursing as a profession, role of a professional nurse
Time: 15:00
The primary purpose of a state's Nurse Practice Act is to:
[a] Establish the salary ranges for nurses.
[b] Dictate the daily staffing ratios for hospital units.
[c] Define the legal scope of nursing practice to protect the public.
[d] Outline the membership requirements for professional nursing organizations.
When a nurse questions a medication order that seems unsafe for a patient, the nurse is primarily fulfilling which professional role?
[a] Educator.
[b] Manager.
[c] Researcher.
[d] Patient Advocate.
Which characteristic is a key element that defines nursing as a profession?
[a] The requirement to work specific shift hours.
[b] A well-defined body of specialized knowledge and theory.
[c] A focus on performing tasks as directed by physicians.
[d] The ability to be trained quickly on the job.
A nurse is teaching a newly diagnosed diabetic patient how to self-administer insulin. This action is a clear example of which nursing role?
[a] Counselor.
[b] Advocate.
[c] Educator.
[d] Manager.
The American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics serves as a:
[a] Legal document that can be used to prosecute nurses.
[b] A set of rigid rules that must be followed in all situations.
[c] A guide for nurses to carry out their responsibilities in a manner consistent with ethical obligations.
[d] A manual for performing clinical procedures correctly.
The professional value of "altruism" is best demonstrated when a nurse:
[a] Reports a colleague for unsafe practice.
[b] Respects the patient's right to refuse treatment.
[c] Shows a genuine concern for the welfare of patients and colleagues.
[d] Is honest and provides care based on an ethical framework.
A nurse uses active listening to help a patient and their family express their fears and anxieties about a new diagnosis. This is an example of the nurse acting as a:
[a] Counselor.
[b] Researcher.
[c] Manager.
[d] Leader.
The fundamental and primary role that forms the basis of all other nursing roles is that of the:
[a] Advocate.
[b] Educator.
[c] Caregiver.
[d] Communicator.
When a nurse works with a physical therapist and a social worker to plan a patient's discharge, this is an example of which role?
[a] Researcher.
[b] Counselor.
[c] Collaborator.
[d] Advocate.
The professional concept of "accountability" means that the nurse is:
[a] Able to delegate tasks to others.
[b] Expected to follow all orders without question.
[c] Responsible, professionally and legally, for the quality of their nursing care.
[d] Only responsible for the tasks they personally complete.
Protecting a patient's right to make their own healthcare decisions, even if you disagree with them, upholds the professional value of:
[a] Social Justice.
[b] Autonomy.
[c] Altruism.
[d] Integrity.
A nurse reading a research journal to find the best evidence for a new wound care procedure is engaging in the role of:
[a] Leader.
[b] Manager.
[c] Researcher/Consumer of research.
[d] Advocate.
The concept of "lifelong learning" is essential to professional nursing because it:
[a] Helps nurses earn a higher salary.
[b] Is required by most hospital administrators.
[c] Ensures that nurses remain competent in an ever-changing healthcare environment.
[d] Allows nurses to specialize in a particular field.
As a manager of care, a nurse is expected to:
[a] Provide direct physical care to a group of patients.
[b] Perform research studies on the unit.
[c] Coordinate and delegate nursing care activities for a group of patients.
[d] Teach patients about their disease process.
The professional value that involves acting in accordance with a code of ethics and standards of practice is:
[a] Human Dignity.
[b] Altruism.
[c] Integrity.
[d] Autonomy.
The use of SBAR (Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation) is a tool that primarily enhances which nursing role?
[a] Counselor.
[b] Researcher.
[c] Educator.
[d] Communicator.
What is the main purpose of professional nursing organizations like the ANA or ICN?
[a] To serve as a union for negotiating contracts.
[b] To directly discipline nurses for malpractice.
[c] To set standards for practice and advance the nursing profession.
[d] To provide malpractice insurance for all members.
The professional value of Social Justice is demonstrated when a nurse:
[a] Shows concern for a patient's well-being.
[b] Is honest and provides truthful information.
[c] Respects a patient's choices.
[d] Advocates for fair and equitable access to healthcare for all.
Providing emotional support to a family that has just received bad news demonstrates the nursing role of:
[a] Manager.
[b] Counselor.
[c] Advocate.
[d] Educator.
Which action best reflects the nurse acting as a leader at the bedside?
[a] Administering medications as prescribed.
[b] Documenting care in the patient's chart.
[c] Effectively communicating the plan of care to the oncoming shift nurse.
[d] Following the physician's orders.
The concept of Human Dignity as a professional value means the nurse:
[a] Is concerned about the welfare of the patient.
[b] Respects the inherent worth and uniqueness of every individual.
[c] Is honest and accountable for their actions.
[d] Allows the patient to make their own decisions.
In the role of communicator, the nurse's responsibility extends beyond talking to patients to include:
[a] Performing complex clinical procedures.
[b] Making a medical diagnosis.
[c] Clear and accurate documentation and reporting to the healthcare team.
[d] Developing new nursing theories.
Which of the following is NOT considered a defining characteristic of a profession?
[a] A code of ethics.
[b] Autonomy in decision-making.
[c] A service orientation.
[d] A primary focus on earning income.
A nurse ensuring that a patient's cultural and spiritual beliefs are respected during their care is acting as a(n):
[a] Researcher.
[b] Manager.
[c] Educator.
[d] Advocate.
The ability of a nurse to practice is regulated by:
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