1. The establishment of a professional organization is one of the most important defining
characteristics of a profession
A) True
B) False
2. In its attempt to gain freedom and independence, what corresponding factors must the
nursing profession embrace?
A) Health and happiness
B) Chaos and disorder
C) Loss of control and negative feedback
D) Responsibility and accountability
3. Licensure and certification are both methods of granting credentials to demonstrate that
an individual is qualified to provide safe care to the public.
A) True
B) False
4. What is a type of nursing education program conducted in junior and community colleges
that is nominally 2 years in length?
A) Diploma Program
B) Baccalaureate Program
C) Associate degree Program
D) Professional nursing Program
5. Evidence-based practice is the practice of nursing in which interventions are based on
data from research that demonstrates that they are appropriate and successful.