NUR 120 Exam 1 UPDATED ACTUAL Questions
and CORRECT Answers
incivility - CORRECT ANSWER -rude or disruptive behavior that results in emotional distress to those that are
targeted
bullying - CORRECT ANSWER -aggressive, deliberate, psychological or physical behavior
first to aggressively promote sanitation, nutritional food, and quality patient care - CORRECT ANSWER -Florence
Nightingale
founded 30+ hospitals to include mental health - CORRECT ANSWER -Dorthea Dix
founded the American Red Cross - CORRECT ANSWER -Clara Barton
What does a nurse do - CORRECT ANSWER -concerning with the health promotion, maintenance, restoration, and
care of the dying
what is safe, effective nursing care - CORRECT ANSWER -providing goal directed, patient-centered care
(Thinking, Doing, Caring)
clinical judgement - CORRECT ANSWER -recognizing and analyzing cues, generating solutions, taking actions
and evaluating the outcomes
What is critical thinking? - CORRECT ANSWER -A reflective thinking process.
What does critical thinking involve? - CORRECT ANSWER -Collecting information, analyzing the adequacy and
accuracy of the information, and carefully considering options for action.
problem-solving - CORRECT ANSWER -attempt to find a satisfactory solution
American Nursing Association - CORRECT ANSWER -focuses on establishing standards of care and working
toward licensure within the legislature and politics
formal education - CORRECT ANSWER -education required for licensure
informal education - CORRECT ANSWER -skills and clinical judgement
In Benner's Model, a novice has - CORRECT ANSWER -little clinical experience and is more task oriented
In Benner's Model, an advanced beginner - CORRECT ANSWER -applies more facts, can distinguish abnormal
findings
In Benner's Model, a competent nurse - CORRECT ANSWER -can deal with complexity and prioritize situations
while providing care
In Benner's Model, a proficient nurse - CORRECT ANSWER -able to see the "big picture" and is more flexible
In Benner's Model, the expert - CORRECT ANSWER -trusts in their intuition, and has a deep understanding of a
situation
National League of Nursing - CORRECT ANSWER -goal is to maintain a universal standard of education
International Council of Nurses - CORRECT ANSWER -aims to ensure quality nursing care for all patients
direct care - CORRECT ANSWER -personal interaction between nurse and client
, indirect care - CORRECT ANSWER -working on behalf of clients
case method (total care) - CORRECT ANSWER -one to one care, mainly in intensive care units and labor and
delivery
functional nursing - CORRECT ANSWER -care is compartmentalized, each staff member has a specific task
team nursing - CORRECT ANSWER -licensed nurse is with a UAP, assigned a group of patients
primary nursing - CORRECT ANSWER -one nurse manages a group of clients and develops a plan of care
differentiated practice - CORRECT ANSWER -nurses are assigned to clients who need particular competencies
acute care - CORRECT ANSWER -treat active, sudden, unexpected, and urgent episodes of injury/illness
long-term care - CORRECT ANSWER -people with chronic conditions
inpatient - CORRECT ANSWER -admitted to a healthcare facility
outpatient - CORRECT ANSWER -client receives treatment, does not stay overnight
advocacy - CORRECT ANSWER -a person who pleads for or on behalf of another person
National Student Nurses Association - CORRECT ANSWER -helps professional development of student nurses
WV Board of Nursing - CORRECT ANSWER -oversee licensure process in WV
WV center for education - CORRECT ANSWER -supports the education, recruitment, and retention of qualified
nurse professionals
physicians - CORRECT ANSWER -treat disease and illness through medical and surgical services
nurse practitioners - CORRECT ANSWER -do health promotion to caring for clients with acute or chronic
healthcare problems
physician assistant - CORRECT ANSWER -practice under the supervision of the physician to diagnose and
prescribe treatments and medications
Registered Nurse - CORRECT ANSWER -assess clients, administer treatments and medications, provide
education, and modify nursing plans
licensed practical nurse - CORRECT ANSWER -provide noncomplex care, administer certain medications, and
communicate client responses
Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP) - CORRECT ANSWER -provide mostly custodial care
pharmacist - CORRECT ANSWER -prepare and dispense medications and therapeutic solutions, provides
information about medication, dosage and tips
therapist - CORRECT ANSWER -focus on rehabilitative needs of client
physiatrist - CORRECT ANSWER -improve mobility and strength and teach motor skills
physical therapist - CORRECT ANSWER -rehabilitation of muscle and bones and help to use assistive devices
occupational therapist - CORRECT ANSWER -help clients regain function for everyday activities
respiratory therapist - CORRECT ANSWER -effective respirations and ventilation
and CORRECT Answers
incivility - CORRECT ANSWER -rude or disruptive behavior that results in emotional distress to those that are
targeted
bullying - CORRECT ANSWER -aggressive, deliberate, psychological or physical behavior
first to aggressively promote sanitation, nutritional food, and quality patient care - CORRECT ANSWER -Florence
Nightingale
founded 30+ hospitals to include mental health - CORRECT ANSWER -Dorthea Dix
founded the American Red Cross - CORRECT ANSWER -Clara Barton
What does a nurse do - CORRECT ANSWER -concerning with the health promotion, maintenance, restoration, and
care of the dying
what is safe, effective nursing care - CORRECT ANSWER -providing goal directed, patient-centered care
(Thinking, Doing, Caring)
clinical judgement - CORRECT ANSWER -recognizing and analyzing cues, generating solutions, taking actions
and evaluating the outcomes
What is critical thinking? - CORRECT ANSWER -A reflective thinking process.
What does critical thinking involve? - CORRECT ANSWER -Collecting information, analyzing the adequacy and
accuracy of the information, and carefully considering options for action.
problem-solving - CORRECT ANSWER -attempt to find a satisfactory solution
American Nursing Association - CORRECT ANSWER -focuses on establishing standards of care and working
toward licensure within the legislature and politics
formal education - CORRECT ANSWER -education required for licensure
informal education - CORRECT ANSWER -skills and clinical judgement
In Benner's Model, a novice has - CORRECT ANSWER -little clinical experience and is more task oriented
In Benner's Model, an advanced beginner - CORRECT ANSWER -applies more facts, can distinguish abnormal
findings
In Benner's Model, a competent nurse - CORRECT ANSWER -can deal with complexity and prioritize situations
while providing care
In Benner's Model, a proficient nurse - CORRECT ANSWER -able to see the "big picture" and is more flexible
In Benner's Model, the expert - CORRECT ANSWER -trusts in their intuition, and has a deep understanding of a
situation
National League of Nursing - CORRECT ANSWER -goal is to maintain a universal standard of education
International Council of Nurses - CORRECT ANSWER -aims to ensure quality nursing care for all patients
direct care - CORRECT ANSWER -personal interaction between nurse and client
, indirect care - CORRECT ANSWER -working on behalf of clients
case method (total care) - CORRECT ANSWER -one to one care, mainly in intensive care units and labor and
delivery
functional nursing - CORRECT ANSWER -care is compartmentalized, each staff member has a specific task
team nursing - CORRECT ANSWER -licensed nurse is with a UAP, assigned a group of patients
primary nursing - CORRECT ANSWER -one nurse manages a group of clients and develops a plan of care
differentiated practice - CORRECT ANSWER -nurses are assigned to clients who need particular competencies
acute care - CORRECT ANSWER -treat active, sudden, unexpected, and urgent episodes of injury/illness
long-term care - CORRECT ANSWER -people with chronic conditions
inpatient - CORRECT ANSWER -admitted to a healthcare facility
outpatient - CORRECT ANSWER -client receives treatment, does not stay overnight
advocacy - CORRECT ANSWER -a person who pleads for or on behalf of another person
National Student Nurses Association - CORRECT ANSWER -helps professional development of student nurses
WV Board of Nursing - CORRECT ANSWER -oversee licensure process in WV
WV center for education - CORRECT ANSWER -supports the education, recruitment, and retention of qualified
nurse professionals
physicians - CORRECT ANSWER -treat disease and illness through medical and surgical services
nurse practitioners - CORRECT ANSWER -do health promotion to caring for clients with acute or chronic
healthcare problems
physician assistant - CORRECT ANSWER -practice under the supervision of the physician to diagnose and
prescribe treatments and medications
Registered Nurse - CORRECT ANSWER -assess clients, administer treatments and medications, provide
education, and modify nursing plans
licensed practical nurse - CORRECT ANSWER -provide noncomplex care, administer certain medications, and
communicate client responses
Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP) - CORRECT ANSWER -provide mostly custodial care
pharmacist - CORRECT ANSWER -prepare and dispense medications and therapeutic solutions, provides
information about medication, dosage and tips
therapist - CORRECT ANSWER -focus on rehabilitative needs of client
physiatrist - CORRECT ANSWER -improve mobility and strength and teach motor skills
physical therapist - CORRECT ANSWER -rehabilitation of muscle and bones and help to use assistive devices
occupational therapist - CORRECT ANSWER -help clients regain function for everyday activities
respiratory therapist - CORRECT ANSWER -effective respirations and ventilation
