Fundamentals of Nursing
12th Edition
• Author(s)Patricia A. Potter, Anne G.
Perry, Patricia A. Stockert, Amy Hall,
Wendy R. Ostendorf
TEST BANK
UNIT 1. Nursing and the Health Care Environment
UNIT 2. Caring Throughout the Life Span
UNIT 3. Clinical Judgment in Nursing Practice
UNIT 4. Professional Standards in Nursing Practice
UNIT 5. Foundations for Nursing Practice
UNIT 6. Psychosocial Basis for Nursing Practice
UNIT 7. Physiological Basis for Nursing Practicey
,Question 1
A nurse explains to a group of students that nursing is
considered a profession because it has a specialized body of
knowledge and follows ethical standards. Which additional
characteristic supports nursing as a profession?
A. Nurses independently prescribe all medications
B. Nursing practice is based on formal education and standards
C. Nurses only provide care in hospitals
D. Nursing does not require continuing education
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing is based on formal education, standards of
practice, ethical codes, and accountability. Option A is incorrect
because medication prescribing authority varies by role and
jurisdiction. Option C is incorrect because nurses practice in
many settings. Option D is incorrect because continuing
education supports competency and professionalism.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 2
A nursing instructor asks students to identify a major
,contribution of Florence Nightingale to modern nursing. Which
student response is correct?
A. “She developed the first antibiotic therapy.”
B. “She established principles of sanitation and infection
control.”
C. “She introduced advanced surgical procedures.”
D. “She founded the first medical school in the United States.”
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Florence Nightingale emphasized sanitation, cleanliness, and
environmental factors to improve patient outcomes. Option A
is incorrect because antibiotics were developed later. Option C
is unrelated to her contributions. Option D is inaccurate.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 3
A nurse provides care using evidence-based guidelines to
reduce catheter-associated infections. Which contemporary
influence on nursing is demonstrated?
A. Traditional apprenticeship training
B. Evidence-based practice
C. Independent medical diagnosis
D. Informal caregiving
Correct Answer: B
, Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates research findings with
clinical expertise and patient preferences to improve outcomes.
Option A reflects historical rather than contemporary practice.
Option C exceeds the RN scope in this context. Option D does
not reflect professional nursing standards.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 4
Which action by the nurse best demonstrates accountability in
professional nursing practice?
A. Delegating all patient care tasks to assistive personnel
B. Documenting nursing care accurately and promptly
C. Ignoring institutional policies when busy
D. Sharing patient information with friends after work
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Accurate and timely documentation reflects accountability and
professional responsibility. Option A is unsafe because nurses
remain responsible for delegated care. Option C violates
professional standards. Option D breaches confidentiality.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
12th Edition
• Author(s)Patricia A. Potter, Anne G.
Perry, Patricia A. Stockert, Amy Hall,
Wendy R. Ostendorf
TEST BANK
UNIT 1. Nursing and the Health Care Environment
UNIT 2. Caring Throughout the Life Span
UNIT 3. Clinical Judgment in Nursing Practice
UNIT 4. Professional Standards in Nursing Practice
UNIT 5. Foundations for Nursing Practice
UNIT 6. Psychosocial Basis for Nursing Practice
UNIT 7. Physiological Basis for Nursing Practicey
,Question 1
A nurse explains to a group of students that nursing is
considered a profession because it has a specialized body of
knowledge and follows ethical standards. Which additional
characteristic supports nursing as a profession?
A. Nurses independently prescribe all medications
B. Nursing practice is based on formal education and standards
C. Nurses only provide care in hospitals
D. Nursing does not require continuing education
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing is based on formal education, standards of
practice, ethical codes, and accountability. Option A is incorrect
because medication prescribing authority varies by role and
jurisdiction. Option C is incorrect because nurses practice in
many settings. Option D is incorrect because continuing
education supports competency and professionalism.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 2
A nursing instructor asks students to identify a major
,contribution of Florence Nightingale to modern nursing. Which
student response is correct?
A. “She developed the first antibiotic therapy.”
B. “She established principles of sanitation and infection
control.”
C. “She introduced advanced surgical procedures.”
D. “She founded the first medical school in the United States.”
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Florence Nightingale emphasized sanitation, cleanliness, and
environmental factors to improve patient outcomes. Option A
is incorrect because antibiotics were developed later. Option C
is unrelated to her contributions. Option D is inaccurate.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 3
A nurse provides care using evidence-based guidelines to
reduce catheter-associated infections. Which contemporary
influence on nursing is demonstrated?
A. Traditional apprenticeship training
B. Evidence-based practice
C. Independent medical diagnosis
D. Informal caregiving
Correct Answer: B
, Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates research findings with
clinical expertise and patient preferences to improve outcomes.
Option A reflects historical rather than contemporary practice.
Option C exceeds the RN scope in this context. Option D does
not reflect professional nursing standards.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 4
Which action by the nurse best demonstrates accountability in
professional nursing practice?
A. Delegating all patient care tasks to assistive personnel
B. Documenting nursing care accurately and promptly
C. Ignoring institutional policies when busy
D. Sharing patient information with friends after work
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Accurate and timely documentation reflects accountability and
professional responsibility. Option A is unsafe because nurses
remain responsible for delegated care. Option C violates
professional standards. Option D breaches confidentiality.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
