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 is explaining the characteristics of a profession to a
group of nursing students. Which statement by a student
indicates understanding of nursing as a profession?
A. “Nursing focuses only on carrying out provider
prescriptions.”
B. “Nursing uses specialized knowledge and evidence-based
practice.”
C. “Nurses are trained mainly through informal experience.”
D. “Nursing responsibilities are identical in all health care
settings.”
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing is based on specialized knowledge,
evidence-based care, ethical standards, and accountability.
Option A is incorrect because nursing involves independent
clinical judgment in addition to carrying out prescriptions.
Option C is incorrect because professional nursing education is
formal and regulated. Option D is incorrect because nursing
roles vary by setting and patient needs.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 2
A nurse is caring for several patients during a staffing shortage.
,Which contemporary influence on nursing is most directly
affecting the nurse’s workload?
A. Expansion of technology
B. Aging population
C. Increased diversity in nursing education
D. Historical religious traditions
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
The aging population has increased the demand for health care
services and nursing care, contributing to heavier workloads.
Option A affects care delivery but is not the primary reason for
increased patient volume. Option C relates to workforce
development. Option D reflects historical influences rather than
current workforce demands.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 3
A nursing instructor asks students about the impact of Florence
Nightingale on modern nursing. Which student response is
most accurate?
A. “She promoted infection prevention through sanitation.”
B. “She introduced advanced surgical procedures.”
C. “She established the first pharmacy schools.”
D. “She eliminated the need for nursing education.”
, Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Florence Nightingale emphasized sanitation, hygiene, and
environmental improvements to reduce infection and
mortality. Option B is incorrect because she was not known for
surgical advancements. Option C is unrelated to her
contributions. Option D is incorrect because she strongly
supported nursing education.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 4
A newly licensed nurse demonstrates accountability when
performing which action?
A. Delegating all patient care tasks to assistive personnel
B. Documenting care immediately after completing
interventions
C. Avoiding communication with the health care team
D. Refusing to ask questions about unfamiliar procedures
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Timely and accurate documentation reflects professional
accountability and responsibility. Option A is unsafe delegation.
Option C interferes with collaboration. Option D increases risk
for errors and violates professional responsibility.
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 is explaining the characteristics of a profession to a
group of nursing students. Which statement by a student
indicates understanding of nursing as a profession?
A. “Nursing focuses only on carrying out provider
prescriptions.”
B. “Nursing uses specialized knowledge and evidence-based
practice.”
C. “Nurses are trained mainly through informal experience.”
D. “Nursing responsibilities are identical in all health care
settings.”
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing is based on specialized knowledge,
evidence-based care, ethical standards, and accountability.
Option A is incorrect because nursing involves independent
clinical judgment in addition to carrying out prescriptions.
Option C is incorrect because professional nursing education is
formal and regulated. Option D is incorrect because nursing
roles vary by setting and patient needs.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 2
A nurse is caring for several patients during a staffing shortage.
,Which contemporary influence on nursing is most directly
affecting the nurse’s workload?
A. Expansion of technology
B. Aging population
C. Increased diversity in nursing education
D. Historical religious traditions
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
The aging population has increased the demand for health care
services and nursing care, contributing to heavier workloads.
Option A affects care delivery but is not the primary reason for
increased patient volume. Option C relates to workforce
development. Option D reflects historical influences rather than
current workforce demands.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 3
A nursing instructor asks students about the impact of Florence
Nightingale on modern nursing. Which student response is
most accurate?
A. “She promoted infection prevention through sanitation.”
B. “She introduced advanced surgical procedures.”
C. “She established the first pharmacy schools.”
D. “She eliminated the need for nursing education.”
, Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Florence Nightingale emphasized sanitation, hygiene, and
environmental improvements to reduce infection and
mortality. Option B is incorrect because she was not known for
surgical advancements. Option C is unrelated to her
contributions. Option D is incorrect because she strongly
supported nursing education.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 4
A newly licensed nurse demonstrates accountability when
performing which action?
A. Delegating all patient care tasks to assistive personnel
B. Documenting care immediately after completing
interventions
C. Avoiding communication with the health care team
D. Refusing to ask questions about unfamiliar procedures
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Timely and accurate documentation reflects professional
accountability and responsibility. Option A is unsafe delegation.
Option C interferes with collaboration. Option D increases risk
for errors and violates professional responsibility.
