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 nursing instructor explains that nursing is considered a
profession because it has a specialized body of knowledge,
standards of practice, and a commitment to service. Which
additional characteristic best supports nursing as a profession?
A. Nurses are employed in multiple health care settings
B. Nurses receive direction from health care providers
C. Nurses adhere to a code of ethics
D. Nurses perform technical skills for patients
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
A profession is distinguished by formal ethical standards that
guide practice and decision-making. Nursing follows established
ethical principles and professional standards that promote
patient-centered care and accountability.
A. Employment in various settings does not define a profession.
B. Nurses practice collaboratively and independently, not
simply under direction.
D. Performing technical skills alone does not establish
professional status.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1: Nursing
Today
,Question 2
A nurse is caring for a patient from a cultural background
different from the nurse’s own. Which action demonstrates
professional nursing practice?
A. Encouraging the patient to adopt the nurse’s health beliefs
B. Providing care based on the nurse’s personal values
C. Respecting the patient’s cultural preferences during care
D. Asking the family to make all decisions for the patient
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice includes respecting cultural
diversity and delivering patient-centered care. Nurses should
support culturally sensitive care while maintaining patient
safety.
A. Nurses should not impose personal beliefs on patients.
B. Care should be guided by professional standards and patient
preferences.
D. Decision-making should involve the patient whenever
possible.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1: Nursing
Today
Question 3
, A nursing student asks about the historical influence of
Florence Nightingale on modern nursing. Which response by
the instructor is most accurate?
A. She developed the first antibiotic treatments.
B. She emphasized sanitation and environmental health.
C. She established the first physician licensing board.
D. She created the first electronic health record system.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Florence Nightingale improved patient outcomes through
sanitation, cleanliness, and environmental management during
the Crimean War. Her work laid the foundation for modern
nursing practice.
A. Antibiotics were developed later.
C. Physician licensing boards were not her contribution.
D. Electronic records are modern developments unrelated to
Nightingale.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1: Nursing
Today
Question 4
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 nursing instructor explains that nursing is considered a
profession because it has a specialized body of knowledge,
standards of practice, and a commitment to service. Which
additional characteristic best supports nursing as a profession?
A. Nurses are employed in multiple health care settings
B. Nurses receive direction from health care providers
C. Nurses adhere to a code of ethics
D. Nurses perform technical skills for patients
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
A profession is distinguished by formal ethical standards that
guide practice and decision-making. Nursing follows established
ethical principles and professional standards that promote
patient-centered care and accountability.
A. Employment in various settings does not define a profession.
B. Nurses practice collaboratively and independently, not
simply under direction.
D. Performing technical skills alone does not establish
professional status.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1: Nursing
Today
,Question 2
A nurse is caring for a patient from a cultural background
different from the nurse’s own. Which action demonstrates
professional nursing practice?
A. Encouraging the patient to adopt the nurse’s health beliefs
B. Providing care based on the nurse’s personal values
C. Respecting the patient’s cultural preferences during care
D. Asking the family to make all decisions for the patient
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice includes respecting cultural
diversity and delivering patient-centered care. Nurses should
support culturally sensitive care while maintaining patient
safety.
A. Nurses should not impose personal beliefs on patients.
B. Care should be guided by professional standards and patient
preferences.
D. Decision-making should involve the patient whenever
possible.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1: Nursing
Today
Question 3
, A nursing student asks about the historical influence of
Florence Nightingale on modern nursing. Which response by
the instructor is most accurate?
A. She developed the first antibiotic treatments.
B. She emphasized sanitation and environmental health.
C. She established the first physician licensing board.
D. She created the first electronic health record system.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Florence Nightingale improved patient outcomes through
sanitation, cleanliness, and environmental management during
the Crimean War. Her work laid the foundation for modern
nursing practice.
A. Antibiotics were developed later.
C. Physician licensing boards were not her contribution.
D. Electronic records are modern developments unrelated to
Nightingale.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1: Nursing
Today
Question 4
