EXAM HYPERTENSION AND TYPE 2
DIABETES STUDY GUIDE QUESTIONS AND
SOLUTIONS 2026 CORRECT ANSWERS
GRADED A+
⩥ what is a scope of practice? Answer: -describes the "who", "what",
"where", "why", "when", and "how" of nursing practice
-each state has a different scope; some things are allowed in one state
but not in another
⩥ why are standards for nurses important? Answer: -ensures that nurses
are providing the best care
-leaves positive impact on the patient and their family
-ensures equal care for all patients
⩥ what are the roles of a bedside nurse? Answer: -thorough and accurate
assessment and evaluation of patient
-timely and accurate documentation
-good communication with the nursing team
, ⩥ what is just culture? Answer: -framework that promotes
accountability, transparency, and learning from errors that enhances
overall patient safety
-systems make changes to prevent future errors (ex: what is wrong with
the system that led to administering the wrong med?)
⩥ what are some guidelines to reduce errors? Answer: -prefilled syringes
-tubing connecters
-proper labeling
-barcode scanning
⩥ prefilled syringes Answer: -medication syringes that are prepackaged
and prepared with a specific concentration
-saves times & eliminates prep. process
-old needles are automatically disposed of
⩥ tubing connecters Answer: -leak-free connections of tubes
-prevents contamination & maintains system integrity
⩥ electronic charting Answer: -prevents errors with patient, dose, and
time
-scanning documents the medication(s) immediately
-be sure to proceed with caution, errors can still occur