Entry-to-Practice Competencies for RNs in Ontario
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Which of the following is defined as the obligation to answer for the professional, ethical and legal responsibilities of one's activities and duties?

  • Conflict Resolution
  • Accountability (correct)
  • Competent
  • Professional Boundaries
  • Who is the person with whom the nurse is involved in a therapeutic relationship?

  • Educator
  • Advocate
  • Client (correct)
  • Coordinator
  • Which of the following is an approach that aims to improve the entire population's health and to reduce health inequities among population groups?

  • Population Health (correct)
  • Trauma-Informed Care
  • Primary Health Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Cultural humility is a learner-centered approach that encourages individuals to be more understanding of others' cultures.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes a process of purposive thinking and reflective reasoning in which practitioners examine ideas, assumptions, principles, conclusions, beliefs, and actions within a particular context?

    <p>Critical Inquiry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is defined as any treatment based on clinical judgement and knowledge that a nurse performs to enhance client outcomes?

    <p>Therapeutic Nursing Intervention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes a relationship a nurse establishes and maintains with a client through the use of professional knowledge, skills and attitudes, to provide nursing care expected to contribute to the client's well-being?

    <p>Therapeutic Relationship</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a strengths-based framework that focuses on understanding and responding to the impact of trauma, emphasizing safety, both physical and emotional, for both providers and survivors, and creates opportunities for survivors to rebuild a sense of control and empowerment?

    <p>Trauma-Informed Care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Holistic care refers to care that only addresses the physical needs of the patient.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Nursing informatics involves the integration of nursing, information and knowledge with information and communication technologies to promote health in people, families, and communities worldwide.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Social justice focuses on understanding the root causes of injustices and disparities, while seeking to address the unequal distribution of benefits and responsibilities in society.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is defined as the intentional misuse of power in a professional relationship, where the care provider's needs are met rather than the client's needs?

    <p>Professional Boundaries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Professional presence refers to the display of positive character traits, including confidence, integrity, empathy, and passion, through both verbal and non-verbal communications, ensuring adherence to professional ethics and legislation.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Recovery-oriented nursing care focuses on supporting individuals in their journey towards regaining control and finding meaning and purpose in their own process of recovery from mental health conditions or addictions.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following involves active participation, empathy, and reciprocity in communication, fostering a deep understanding of the client's emotional state?

    <p>Relational Practice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Research skills relate to applying a critical approach to evaluating the various elements of research studies, analyzing data, and understanding research methodology.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes the actions taken to minimize risks and manage unsafe situations within the healthcare system, aiming for optimal patient outcomes and minimizing harm?

    <p>Safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the point at which the relationship between a healthcare provider and a client transitions from professional and therapeutic to personal, potentially leading to conflict of interest?

    <p>Professional Boundaries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following involves the promotion of health, the prevention and management of chronic diseases, and the use of technology and innovation, where all members of the healthcare team work collaboratively towards achieving optimal health outcomes for their clients, including those who are most vulnerable and marginalized in society?

    <p>Primary Health Care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Social Justice approach focuses on addressing the unequal distribution of social resources and opportunities to promote health and well-being, recognizing the impact of structural barriers and historical disadvantages on individuals and communities.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The term that refers to the application of knowledge and understanding in a way that contributes to the health and well-being of the client, considering both physical and psychological aspects, and ensuring that the nurse understands the client's cultural context, preferences, and values, is known as:

    <p>Trauma-informed Care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Health literacy refers to an individual's ability to access, understand, evaluate, and communicate information about their health, leading to better health outcomes, improved self-care practices, and increased understanding of healthcare services.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A health care team can best be described as:

    <p>A group of healthcare professionals from different disciplines working together to provide coordinated and collaborative care for a client.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A Near Miss is a patient safety incident that did not reach the client, meaning that the client was not harmed, but the potential for harm existed.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A No Harm Incidence refers to a patient safety incident that reached the client, but the client did not suffer any discernible harm and the incident was reported promptly.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Scope of Practice outlines the roles, functions, and accountabilities that nurses are authorized to perform, based on legislation, education, and accreditation, ensuring safe, ethical, and evidence-informed practices.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Entry-to-Practice Competencies for Registered Nurses

    • Ontario's regulatory body for nursing is the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
    • CNO ensures nurses in Ontario practice safely, competently, and ethically.
    • Entry-to-practice competencies are foundational for nursing practice.
    • These competencies define the expectations for registered nurses (RNs) upon initial registration with CNO in Ontario.
    • The competencies guide continuing competence reviews for maintaining registration.
    • The document outlines the competencies measured for entry-level RNs.
    • The competencies serve as a reference for RNs understanding their practice expectations.
    • CNO uses the competencies to evaluate baccalaureate nursing education programs.
    • These competencies inform public and health care providers about registered nursing practice.
    • The competencies guide the self-assessment of nursing practice and development of professional learning goals.
    • Entry-level competencies for RNs were first published by CNO in 2005.
    • Revisions occur every five years on a national level to ensure consistency.
    • The latest review and revisions were initiated by the Canadian Council of Registered Nurse Regulators in 2017.
    • The competencies are validated and approved by relevant regulatory bodies.

    Document Background

    • The competencies support the transition to university baccalaureate education for RNs.
    • The document outlines nine competency roles.

    Overarching Principles

    • Consistency between jurisdictions supports workforce mobility needs.
    • The competencies apply to the education and practice of entry-level RNs.

    Definition of Client

    • A client is the central focus of registered nursing.
    • Often, a client is an individual, but can also include family members, substitute decision-makers, groups, communities, or populations.

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    This quiz explores the entry-to-practice competencies established by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO). It focuses on the foundational expectations for registered nurses as they begin their professional practice. Understanding these competencies is essential for RNs to ensure safe, competent, and ethical delivery of nursing care.

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