Nursing Questions and Answers
Which statement best describes the purpose of the Scope and Standards of Practice?
- Describes the nature of the social contract between the members of the nursing
profession and society
- Defines competencies and expectations related to professional nursing
- Provides a framework to guide decisions based on moral considerations
- Lists various potential career pathways for a registered nurse - answerDefines
competencies and expectations related to professional nursing
The Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice is a major document that defines the
standards of care and related competences for professional nursing and specifies the
expectations of the professional role that all RNs must perform.
Admit that a task was overlooked when giving report - answerAccountability
Attend bedside patient rounds with the healthcare team - answerCollaboration
Attend a conference related to job responsibilities - answerStaying current
Request help when performing a skill for the first time - answerResponsibility for one's
own learning
Which behavior related to the foundations of professionalism would be found at the
center of Miller's Wheel of Professionalism?
- Degree preparation at a college or university
- Public community service
- Professional organization involvement
- Participation in nursing research - answerDegree preparation at a college or university
The center of Miller's Wheel of Professionalism in Nursing identifies education in the
university setting and scientific background in nursing as foundations for
professionalism. There are 8 other spokes that represent other activities that support
professionalism in nursing.
Which factor is considered a barrier to professionalism in nursing?
- Increasing advanced practice options for nurses
- Popularity of travel nursing
- Organized nursing associations