Nursing Practice as a Member of the Profession Practice Exam

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• A statement presented orally is called?
• How does values-based practice influence patient-centered care and ethical decision-making in nursing?
• Which laws limit liability and offer legal immunity for nurses who help at the scene of an accident within the scope of practice?
• Administrative law governs how governmental agencies implement statutes and regulations.
• Which term central to the nurse-client relationship; identifies client problems and communicates these verbally or in writing to IDT?
• Advances in technology and informatics, along with leadership in standards and policies, characterize nursing in which century?
• Which body typically defines standards of nursing practice in a state, and how do these standards influence daily care?
• When implementing evidence-based practice changes, what should be documented to support the rationale?
• Which act is primarily concerned with privacy and security of health information?
• In telehealth, what must be obtained regarding consent?
• Which term describes legal decisions that originate in the absence of written law?
• To whom should a nurse report incompetent or unethical nursing conduct?
• When is it appropriate to involve an ethics committee, and what roles do they serve in nursing practice?
• When a nurse refuses to provide care for a patient after establishing a relationship, this is called what?
• Who testifies about the standard of nursing care as applied to facts of a case?
• What is the nurse’s role in clinical trials involving patients, including consent, safety, and privacy?
• Which theory focuses on outcomes and may overlook issues of justice?
• Which guidelines govern delegation of tasks to unlicensed assistive personnel and licensed practical nurses without surpassing licensed scope?
• What legal concept defines nursing practice and minimum acceptable care, such as turning a patient every 2 hours?
• Which approach uses comparison with prior cases to guide decisions?
• How should nurses approach end-of-life care consistent with patient autonomy and comfort?
• Which term describes professional negligence by a nurse?
• What is essential to document after reporting abuse or neglect to ensure patient safety and continuity of care?
• When patient autonomy conflicts with family requests for information, what should the nurse do?
• Which principle requires keeping patient information confidential?
• Which law or policy governs the scope of practice and licensure requirements for nurses in a given state?
• Which action best demonstrates protecting patient privacy in clinical practice?
• What legal protections might nurses rely on in emergencies or out-of-hospital care?
• Which term refers to false statements about a person that damage reputation?
• Which term is defined by truth-telling, or honesty in communication?
• Which laws regulate the scope of nursing practice and are overseen by state boards of nursing?
• Publication of false statements that damage a person’s reputation is called?
• Which document expresses a person's wishes regarding end-of-life care, often used to guide treatment when life-sustaining measures are considered?
• Which term protects patients' legal and human rights; provides assistance in preserving those rights as needed?
• Which is a branch of ethics within healthcare?
• Which term means agreement to keep promises?
• Which entity is primarily responsible for enforcing nursing standards and handling licensure and disciplinary actions?
• Which principle is summarized by 'do no harm'?
• What steps should a nurse take if laboratory results are misinterpreted and could impact care?
• Key ethical considerations in nursing research involving human subjects?
• The Americans with Disabilities Act protects the rights of people with physical and mental disabilities.
• Which term describes decisions made in legal cases resolved in courts?
• Which term relates to the legal claim that a professional failed to perform to the standard of a competent professional?
• How should nurses handle patient information across digital platforms to protect privacy?
• Which communication framework is commonly used in nursing to convey patient information succinctly to other team members?
• Which term refers to unjustified restraining a person without legal justification?
• Which form of defamation is written?
• Which document gives consent for care and must be signed?
• When a nurse suspects a colleague is impaired and could jeopardize patient safety, what is the appropriate course of action?
• How should nurses respond to suspected falsification or alteration of medical records?
• Which practice serves as a database for further investigation and alerts risk management to a potential claim situation?
• Which practice best aligns with patient autonomy in end-of-life care?
• Which term manages patient care and delivery of specific nursing services within a healthcare agency?
• Which principle addresses the fairness in the distribution of resources?
• Which term refers to the commitment to include patients in decisions about aspects of care, freedom from external control?
• How should nurses uphold safety and infection control standards in daily practice?
• The nurse may refuse an assignment under which statement best reflects policy?
• The central element of the nurse-client relationship, identifying client problems and communicating them to the interprofessional team, describes which term?
• Which principle concerns the fair distribution of resources and outcomes?
• Statutory law is derived from statutes passed by whom?
• Which term explains concepts and facts about health and procedures needed; reinforce patient learning and behavior, evaluate patient progress?
• Which scenario is a legitimate basis for a nurse to document objection to an assignment?
• A document developed by patients instructing others on tasks to perform before, during, and after the patient's death.
• What term describes the release of patient health records without authorization?
• Which term describes the anguish felt when one believes they cannot act according to closely held core values?
• An assignment may be refused if the unit orientation isn't completed and safety is at risk. This statement is:
• If a patient refuses a medically recommended treatment, what steps should the nurse take to respect autonomy while ensuring safety?
• Which term means taking positive actions to help others?
• Which instrument is created to appoint a decision-maker for health care if a patient cannot make decisions?
• What is the nurse’s role in obtaining informed consent for a procedure?
• What is the primary purpose of the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses?
• In cases where unsafe staffing or unsafe conditions threaten patient safety, when should risk management be involved?
• Which ethical framework emphasizes duties, rules, and obligations in judging right and wrong?
• The postmortem examination to determine the cause of death or the extent of disease is known as what term?
• How should nurses respond to a patient with a Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) order?
• Refusal of an assignment based on moral, ethical, or religious grounds is considered legitimate. This statement is:
• Release of patient health records without proper authorization is best described as?
• What is the nurse’s role in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives?
• Genomics focuses on what aspects of health and disease?
• Which term describes the nurse's role in promoting, advocating for, and protecting the health, safety, and rights of patients?
• What term describes the protective legal policy that shields individuals or institutions from liability when reporting unsafe workplace conditions?
• Which term functions as a clinician, educator, case manager, consultant and researcher within their area of practice (nurse practitioner, midwife, etc)?
• Which term is defined as being professionally and legally responsible for the type and quality of nursing care; being answerable for one's actions?
• Which term describes intentional offensive touching without consent?
• Who is recognized as the founder of modern nursing and organized the first school of nursing?
• How should a nurse respond when an error occurs in patient care?
• Which phrase describes a set of guiding principles that all members of a profession accept?
• How do cultural humility and ongoing learning differ from one-time cultural competence, and why is this distinction important in nursing?
• Which ethical theory determines right from wrong by focusing on outcomes; good outweighs bad but ignores justice?
• A nurse who functions as clinician, educator, case manager, consultant and researcher within their area of practice is known as which term?
• Which tasks are commonly delegated to Unlicensed Assistive Personnel?
• Which term is described as focusing on older adult patient rights, quality of life, and the patient's physical environment, with an emphasis on restraint use?
• Which ethical framework emphasizes caring relationships and responsibility as the basis of moral behavior?
• Which concept refers to the requirement of informed consent, including discussion of risks, benefits, alternatives, and consequences of refusal?
• Which term is defined as the professional definition of what a nurse is licensed to perform?
• What is the difference between a blame culture and a just culture in healthcare, and why is just culture important for patient safety?
• Which statements best describe professional boundaries related to nurses’ use of social media and public communications?
• Which term concerns the privacy rights of the patient and the obligation to protect information?
• What document outlines the ethical duties and professional conduct expected of nurses?
• Differentiate between delegation and supervision in nursing practice with respect to unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP).
• Intervention of last resort used to ensure the physical safety of the patient or others when less restrictive interventions aren't successful, and only on a written order of a health care professional?
• Which term refers to initiating independent nursing interventions without medical orders (for example turning in bed every two hours)?
• Which law allows individuals to keep their health insurance when changing jobs?
• In a healthcare setting, what practice is encouraged by a just culture when an error occurs?
• Which term corresponds to truth-telling in professional interactions?
• Which form of defamation is spoken?
• Why is cultural competence essential in nursing, and what steps can nurses take to improve it?
• What constitutes appropriate professional boundaries when students or learners are involved in care?
• How should interprofessional conflict be resolved in clinical teams?
• Which law is commonly abbreviated PPACA?
• Which agreement allows licensed nurses to practice in other states in a compact?
• Fatigue impairing clinical judgement is a valid reason to refuse an assignment. This statement is:
• Which act protects the rights of people with disabilities?
• Which ethical framework focuses on understanding relationships, personal narratives, and the context of situations?
• What considerations apply to obtaining informed consent for emancipated minors or patients with cognitive impairment?
• How do interpreter services contribute to equitable care?
• Which ethical theory defines actions as right or wrong while ignoring their consequences; do your duty as stated?
• Which ethical principle requires respecting a patient's right to make their own decisions?
• What strategies support nursing professional development and lifelong learning?
• Provide an example of a professional boundary violation in nurse–patient relationships.
• The professional definition of what a nurse is licensed to perform is which term?
• What legal document designates someone to make healthcare decisions when a patient is incapacitated?
• An occurrence report or incident report is discoverable by an attorney.
• Which elements must be communicated to the patient for valid informed consent?
• Which action best protects patient privacy when using electronic health records?
• How does confidentiality apply to telehealth and cross-state practice, and what concerns must be addressed?
• Which century is associated with the rise of informatics and technology in nursing?
• Which concept concerns the patient's right to participate in decisions about care?
• Under HIPAA, which information disclosures are permissible without patient authorization?
• The statement: The issue of access to affordable health care involves the principle of justice.
• Nurse Practice Acts are a form of which type of law?
• How should nurses manage conflicts of interest that may affect patient care, such as relationships with industry?
• Which principle refers to keeping promises and fulfilling commitments in patient care?
• Why is involvement in professional organizations important for nurses, what benefits do they provide?
• What action demonstrates compliance with professional boundaries in patient communication?
• Which term describes a system of ensuring appropriate nursing care that attempts to identify potential hazards and eliminate them before harm occurs?
• When supervising a UAP performing a delegated task, which is essential?
• On an informed consent form, the nurse signs as what role to confirm that the patient has voluntarily given consent?
• Which act expanded health coverage for many Americans?
• Which example best illustrates standards of care in nursing practice?
• Which term describes professional negligence by a licensed nurse, involving a duty, breach, and injury?
• Which general confidentiality exceptions should nurses recognize?
• Which term is described as differing by state and as determining minimum standards of care?
• Which act expands health insurance coverage and improves access to care for vulnerable populations?
• Which term means the ability to answer for one's own actions?
• What constitutes thorough and accurate documentation in nursing practice?
• What cultural considerations are important to reduce health disparities and provide equitable care?
• Which concepts are included in the ANA Code of Ethics framework besides patient advocacy?
• What is the principle of a just culture in the context of patient safety and error reporting?
• Which statement best describes confidentiality in cross-state telehealth?
• Which approach best integrates research and evidence-based practice with patient preferences in clinical care?
• What is the nurse’s legal and ethical obligation regarding suspected abuse or neglect of children, elders, or vulnerable adults?
• A patient with limited English proficiency presents for care. What step supports culturally competent communication?
• What is a nurse’s duty when witnessing unsafe or unethical practice by a colleague?
• Documenting unsafe work conditions and understaffing is associated with which protective concept?
• Which approach to ethical decision making relies on precedent from similar cases?
• A statement presented in writing is called?
• How should nurses disclose medical errors to patients when appropriate?
• Which professional role investigates problems to improve nursing care and define the scope of the nursing process?
• Which concept involves fairness and justice in healthcare access?
• What is the nurse’s responsibility in the informed consent process when the patient’s decision involves language barriers?
• Which ethical principle is about acting to benefit others and prevent harm?
• Which act requires parity in coverage for mental health and substance use disorders with medical/surgical benefits?
• How does patient advocacy manifest in nursing practice when a patient’s preferences conflict with a provider’s recommended plan?
• Which statement defines assault?
• Which document expresses a dying person's wishes regarding end-of-life care?
• When a potential safety issue is identified during care, what is the nurse's immediate action?
• If a patient is unsure about a procedure, the nurse should advocate for them with other healthcare providers before signing the informed consent form. Which of the following is true?
• What actions should a nurse take when concerned about unsafe staffing levels?
• Which policy expanded access to healthcare for many Americans with some insurance?
• The role that establishes an environment that fosters collaborative, patient-centered care, providing safe and quality care with positive patient outcomes, is which term?
• Which term describes a branch of ethics focusing on moral principles in healthcare?
• What types of discrimination and harassment policies should nurses be aware of in the workplace?
• Which ethical decision-making framework helps nurses balance values such as autonomy, beneficence, nonmaleficence, and justice?
• Which directive typically requires consultation with the patient before an order is written and can be changed at any time?
• Which entity is primarily responsible for licensing and disciplining nurses within a state?
• Which term stands for fairness?
• What is the purpose of advance directives and how should they influence care?
• Which term describes a dilemma that exists when the right course of action is not clear?
• Which term means the willingness to respect one's professional obligations and follow through?
• Which term designates a legal instrument that appoints a decision-maker for healthcare when the patient cannot act on their own?
• Which century is associated with the shift toward evidence-based practice in nursing?
• Which document is given to provide consent for care and must be signed?
• Which steps are involved in mandated reporting of child or elder abuse, and what should be documented?
• A nurse may refuse an assignment if the health of the nurse or unborn child is threatened. This statement is:
• Which term means truth-telling?
• UAP is an acronym for which of the following?
• What does 'minimum necessary information' mean in HIPAA disclosures?
• Which concept involves proactively identifying hazards in a nursing care system to prevent harm before it occurs?
• What term describes a civil wrong against a person or property, whether intentional or unintentional?
• When suspected impairment is present, which reporting channels are appropriate?
• The role that involves explaining health concepts, reinforcing learning and evaluating patient progress is which term?
• What should be documented after recognizing signs of abuse to support safety and follow-up?
• Which term is defined as care that is respectful of and responsive to patient preferences, needs, and values, and ensures that patient values guide clinical decisions?
• What quality improvement method is commonly used to test changes on a small scale and learn from results?
• Which concept is an agreement to provide care based on full disclosure of risks, benefits, alternatives, and consequences of refusal?
• Which term establishes an environment that fosters collaborative, patient-centered care, providing safe and quality care with positive patient outcomes?
• What term describes what a reasonably prudent nurse would do under similar circumstances in the area where breach has occurred?
• How can nurses maintain professional boundaries with patients’ families without compromising patient advocacy?
• Are nursing students liable if actions cause harm to patients?
• The movement toward more scientific, research-based nursing practice occurred in which century?
• Which concept involves keeping promises and commitments?
• Which term is defined as a personal belief about the worth of a given idea, attitude, custom, or object that sets standards to influence behavior?
• Which principle in bioethics obligates nurses to avoid causing harm to patients?
• Which communication medium can be a great resource for support for nurses or patients but may risk privacy?
• Which statement best describes lifelong learning in nursing?
• Which oversight body is typically required to review research involving human subjects to protect participants?
• Which act requires that patients presenting to an emergency department must be treated and stabilized?
• Constitutional law is derived from which sources?
• Which term means the avoidance of harm or hurt?