NUR 1290: EXAM #1 QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026 VERIFIED.
Patient-Centered Care - ANS Recognizing the patient or family as the source of control and
partner in care, respecting their values, preferences, and needs.
Teamwork and Collaboration - ANS Working effectively with interprofessional healthcare
teams through open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision-making.
Evidence-Based Practice - ANS Integrating best current research, clinical expertise, and
patient preferences when making healthcare decisions.
Quality Improvement - ANS Using data to monitor outcomes and improve healthcare systems
and processes.
Safety - ANS Reducing risk of harm to patients and healthcare workers through system
improvements and individual performance.
Informatics - ANS Using technology and information systems to manage knowledge,
communicate, and reduce errors.
QSEN Components - ANS Knowledge, Skills, Attitudes (KSA).
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, Quality - ANS Meeting patient expectations by delivering effective, efficient, and affordable
care.
Sentinel Event - ANS Unexpected occurrence involving death, serious injury, or risk of serious
injury requiring immediate investigation.
Quality Assurance (QA) - ANS Ensuring healthcare services meet established standards.
Quality Improvement (QI) - ANS A continuous process to improve healthcare outcomes
across departments.
Right Patient, Right Site, Right Surgery - ANS Ensuring correct patient, correct procedure,
correct location.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - ANS Provides basic care such as bathing, feeding, vital
signs, and mobility assistance.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) - ANS Provides basic bedside care under supervision of
RN or physician.
Diploma Nursing Program - ANS Hospital-based program usually lasting 3 years; graduates
receive a diploma.
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) - ANS 2-year nursing degree emphasizing clinical skills.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - ANS 4-year degree with leadership, research, and
community health focus.
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ANSWERS 2026 VERIFIED.
Patient-Centered Care - ANS Recognizing the patient or family as the source of control and
partner in care, respecting their values, preferences, and needs.
Teamwork and Collaboration - ANS Working effectively with interprofessional healthcare
teams through open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision-making.
Evidence-Based Practice - ANS Integrating best current research, clinical expertise, and
patient preferences when making healthcare decisions.
Quality Improvement - ANS Using data to monitor outcomes and improve healthcare systems
and processes.
Safety - ANS Reducing risk of harm to patients and healthcare workers through system
improvements and individual performance.
Informatics - ANS Using technology and information systems to manage knowledge,
communicate, and reduce errors.
QSEN Components - ANS Knowledge, Skills, Attitudes (KSA).
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, Quality - ANS Meeting patient expectations by delivering effective, efficient, and affordable
care.
Sentinel Event - ANS Unexpected occurrence involving death, serious injury, or risk of serious
injury requiring immediate investigation.
Quality Assurance (QA) - ANS Ensuring healthcare services meet established standards.
Quality Improvement (QI) - ANS A continuous process to improve healthcare outcomes
across departments.
Right Patient, Right Site, Right Surgery - ANS Ensuring correct patient, correct procedure,
correct location.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - ANS Provides basic care such as bathing, feeding, vital
signs, and mobility assistance.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) - ANS Provides basic bedside care under supervision of
RN or physician.
Diploma Nursing Program - ANS Hospital-based program usually lasting 3 years; graduates
receive a diploma.
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) - ANS 2-year nursing degree emphasizing clinical skills.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - ANS 4-year degree with leadership, research, and
community health focus.
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