NUR 204 LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT HESI FINAL EXAM
NUR 204 LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT HESI FINAL EXAM NEWEST 2025
|ALREADY GRADED A+NEWEST 2025 COMPLETE 450+ VERIFIED QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS WITH WELL – ELABORATED RATIONALES
GUARANTEED PASS |ALREADY GRADED A+
Nurses in one hospital noticed a sharp increase in violent behaviors during an economic
downturn that dramatically impacted the community. There have been multiple incidences of
violence during the last 3 months, including several cases involving weapons. The staff has
suggested metal detectors be installed; however, the organization-stated funding was not
available. Last week a health-care worker was seriously injured when a patient fired a gun, and
since that time there has been a sharp increase of staff calling in sick. Which of the following is
the best step to take next?
A. Report the violence to the supervisor.
B. Call security.
C. Get involved in policy making at the state level.
D. Contact the local collective bargaining unit. - ANSWER-D. Contact the local collective
bargaining unit.
This is correct. When the problem persists and there is a safety concern, the local collective
bargaining unit, the state nurses association, or OSHA can push for change at the organizational
level to improve workplace safety.
Which of the following is true regarding needlestick injuries?
A. The Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act has been so effective that needlestick injuries are
no longer a concern.
B. The ANA has recently promoted the inclusion of nurses in the selection of safety devices.
C. OSHA standards require the use of longer needles with caps to prevent needlesticks.
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D. The Joint Commission surveyors routinely ask about treatment of nurses who have suffered
needlestick injuries. - ANSWER-B. The ANA has recently promoted the inclusion of nurses in the
selection of safety devices.
This is correct. A recent consensus statement from the ANA recommends including nurses in
determining which safety devices will be used to prevent needlestick injuries.
Which of the following should be included in training for the prevention of needlestick injuries
and other exposures to health risks?
A. Clean all contaminated work surfaces according to established guidelines.
B. Recap needles before disposal to avoid accidental pricks when emptying
containers.
C. Staff should be treated within 3 hours of a needlestick injury.
D. Although sharps injuries have significantly declined in most areas, emergency
departments are still the most at risk when it comes to needlestick injuries. - ANSWER-A. Clean
all contaminated work surfaces according to established guidelines.
This is correct. Guidelines have been established regarding cleaning of contaminated surfaces
with an intent to prevent needlestick injuries and exposure to health risks.
Which of the following is true regarding ergonomic injuries?
A. Ergonomic injuries do not occur when safe patient handling technology is used.
B. Unexpected patient movements during transfers can cause back injuries to nurses.
C. Health-care facilities are required to attempt to keep workplaces free from ergonomic
hazards.
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D. Nurses are not at risk for repetitive stress injuries. - ANSWER-B. Unexpected patient
movements during transfers can cause back injuries to nurses.
This is correct. Unexpected movements or resistance from patients during transfers can throw a
nurse off balance and result in a back injury.
Shift work disorder results in a greater risk for accidents, ulcers, heart disease, and chronic
fatigue. Which of the following recommendations can prevent or lessen the risk of shift work
disorder for those on night shift?
A. If driving home during the morning sunlight, wear sunglasses.
B. Schedule some day shifts and some night shifts during the scheduling period to allow for
more nighttime sleep periods.
C. Change days scheduled off to allow for more days off at one time.
D. Take naps whenever possible during time off. - ANSWER-A. If driving home during the
morning sunlight, wear sunglasses.
This is correct. Wear sunglasses if driving home during the bright morning sunlight.
Professionalism has been historically difficult to define. Early definitions of professionalism
included which of the following characteristics?
A. Expertise
B. Empathy
C. Ethical and moral values
D. Honesty - ANSWER-A. Expertise
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This is correct. Older definitions of professionalism only look at knowledge and expertise.
A registered nurse (RN) who usually uses public transportation has not renewed her driver's
license. During a recent car trip with a friend, she took over driving when her friend became
tired. Which of the following is true?
A. She has acted in a professional manner.
B. She may lose her RN license for driving without a license.
C. She should renew her driver's license as soon as possible.
D. Under the circumstances, she will not be faulted for driving without a license. - ANSWER-B.
She may lose her RN license for driving without a license.
This is correct. Driving without a license is deemed an unprofessional and illegal behavior for
which a nurse may lose his or her license.
An RN visits a middle school class to discuss the profession of nursing. Which of the following
statements is true of nursing?
A. Nurses must graduate from nursing school in order to obtain a license to practice.
B. Nursing is a vocation that requires continuous education.
C. Nurses function autonomously within their scope of practice.
D. Nurses must adhere to expected professional behaviors in their lives. - ANSWER-C. Nurses
function autonomously within their scope of practice.
This is correct. Rather than being assistants to doctors, nurses are able to function
autonomously within their scope of practice. Nurses formulate and deliver a plan of care for
clients, utilizing nursing judgment and critical thinking skills to make decisions in client care.
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NUR 204 LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT HESI FINAL EXAM NEWEST 2025
|ALREADY GRADED A+NEWEST 2025 COMPLETE 450+ VERIFIED QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS WITH WELL – ELABORATED RATIONALES
GUARANTEED PASS |ALREADY GRADED A+
Nurses in one hospital noticed a sharp increase in violent behaviors during an economic
downturn that dramatically impacted the community. There have been multiple incidences of
violence during the last 3 months, including several cases involving weapons. The staff has
suggested metal detectors be installed; however, the organization-stated funding was not
available. Last week a health-care worker was seriously injured when a patient fired a gun, and
since that time there has been a sharp increase of staff calling in sick. Which of the following is
the best step to take next?
A. Report the violence to the supervisor.
B. Call security.
C. Get involved in policy making at the state level.
D. Contact the local collective bargaining unit. - ANSWER-D. Contact the local collective
bargaining unit.
This is correct. When the problem persists and there is a safety concern, the local collective
bargaining unit, the state nurses association, or OSHA can push for change at the organizational
level to improve workplace safety.
Which of the following is true regarding needlestick injuries?
A. The Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act has been so effective that needlestick injuries are
no longer a concern.
B. The ANA has recently promoted the inclusion of nurses in the selection of safety devices.
C. OSHA standards require the use of longer needles with caps to prevent needlesticks.
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D. The Joint Commission surveyors routinely ask about treatment of nurses who have suffered
needlestick injuries. - ANSWER-B. The ANA has recently promoted the inclusion of nurses in the
selection of safety devices.
This is correct. A recent consensus statement from the ANA recommends including nurses in
determining which safety devices will be used to prevent needlestick injuries.
Which of the following should be included in training for the prevention of needlestick injuries
and other exposures to health risks?
A. Clean all contaminated work surfaces according to established guidelines.
B. Recap needles before disposal to avoid accidental pricks when emptying
containers.
C. Staff should be treated within 3 hours of a needlestick injury.
D. Although sharps injuries have significantly declined in most areas, emergency
departments are still the most at risk when it comes to needlestick injuries. - ANSWER-A. Clean
all contaminated work surfaces according to established guidelines.
This is correct. Guidelines have been established regarding cleaning of contaminated surfaces
with an intent to prevent needlestick injuries and exposure to health risks.
Which of the following is true regarding ergonomic injuries?
A. Ergonomic injuries do not occur when safe patient handling technology is used.
B. Unexpected patient movements during transfers can cause back injuries to nurses.
C. Health-care facilities are required to attempt to keep workplaces free from ergonomic
hazards.
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D. Nurses are not at risk for repetitive stress injuries. - ANSWER-B. Unexpected patient
movements during transfers can cause back injuries to nurses.
This is correct. Unexpected movements or resistance from patients during transfers can throw a
nurse off balance and result in a back injury.
Shift work disorder results in a greater risk for accidents, ulcers, heart disease, and chronic
fatigue. Which of the following recommendations can prevent or lessen the risk of shift work
disorder for those on night shift?
A. If driving home during the morning sunlight, wear sunglasses.
B. Schedule some day shifts and some night shifts during the scheduling period to allow for
more nighttime sleep periods.
C. Change days scheduled off to allow for more days off at one time.
D. Take naps whenever possible during time off. - ANSWER-A. If driving home during the
morning sunlight, wear sunglasses.
This is correct. Wear sunglasses if driving home during the bright morning sunlight.
Professionalism has been historically difficult to define. Early definitions of professionalism
included which of the following characteristics?
A. Expertise
B. Empathy
C. Ethical and moral values
D. Honesty - ANSWER-A. Expertise
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This is correct. Older definitions of professionalism only look at knowledge and expertise.
A registered nurse (RN) who usually uses public transportation has not renewed her driver's
license. During a recent car trip with a friend, she took over driving when her friend became
tired. Which of the following is true?
A. She has acted in a professional manner.
B. She may lose her RN license for driving without a license.
C. She should renew her driver's license as soon as possible.
D. Under the circumstances, she will not be faulted for driving without a license. - ANSWER-B.
She may lose her RN license for driving without a license.
This is correct. Driving without a license is deemed an unprofessional and illegal behavior for
which a nurse may lose his or her license.
An RN visits a middle school class to discuss the profession of nursing. Which of the following
statements is true of nursing?
A. Nurses must graduate from nursing school in order to obtain a license to practice.
B. Nursing is a vocation that requires continuous education.
C. Nurses function autonomously within their scope of practice.
D. Nurses must adhere to expected professional behaviors in their lives. - ANSWER-C. Nurses
function autonomously within their scope of practice.
This is correct. Rather than being assistants to doctors, nurses are able to function
autonomously within their scope of practice. Nurses formulate and deliver a plan of care for
clients, utilizing nursing judgment and critical thinking skills to make decisions in client care.
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