Nursing 210: Fundamentals of Nursing Process

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At what level of nursing expertise does a nurse demonstrate the ability to understand the 'big picture' and respond to changing situations?

Expert
Advanced Beginner
Competent
Proficient (correct)

What is the primary focus of the Quality and Safety Education for Nursing (QSEN) competencies?

Patient-centered care
Entry to practice (correct)
Quality improvement
Evidence-based practice

Which of the following is NOT a QSEN competency?

Teamwork and collaboration
Quality improvement
Patient-centered care
Communication (correct)

At what level of nursing expertise does a nurse demonstrate the ability to prioritize tasks and recognize recurrent patterns and situations?

Competent (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of quality improvement in the QSEN competencies?

Improving patient outcomes (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the basis for the QSEN competencies?

Institute of Medicine's core competencies (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment in long-term care settings?

To evaluate the client's cognitive status and need for assistance with activities of daily living (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the hallmark of Complex Critical Thinking in clinical judgment?

Considering multiple perspectives and solutions (C) Signup and view all the answers

What percent is required to pass the Dosage Calculation exam?

90% (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the evaluation of clinical judgment?

To reflect on and synthesize clinical experiences (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of nursing assessment is conducted during ongoing contact with the patient?

Periodic assessment (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered the founder of modern nursing?

Florence Nightingale (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key component of a patient-centered interview during nursing history?

Asking open-ended questions (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the planning stage in the nursing process?

Determining the best course of action for patient care (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of Resource Utilization Groups (RUGs)?

To provide a fixed payment system for reimbursement of healthcare services (A) Signup and view all the answers

According to Benner's theory, what characterizes a novice nurse?

Has no previous experience and cannot make decisions (C) Signup and view all the answers

Who is credited with creating the American Red Cross?

Clara Barton (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of an emergent leader in a healthcare setting?

Improving quality of care and the work environment through staffing decisions and conflict resolution (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the evaluation stage in the nursing process?

To determine if the desired outcome was achieved (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of a Nurse Manager?

Conducting research on new medical treatments (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of a Change Management leader?

Improving client care and staff processes (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of an Executive Nurse Leader?

Ensuring compliance with nursing regulations and safety protocols (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of a Chief Nurse Officer (CNO)?

Managing the bigger picture of nursing regulation (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between an emergent leader and an assigned leader?

Emergent leaders provide direct care, while assigned leaders manage teams (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of accreditation visits?

To ensure quality and safe client care (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the duration of full accreditation?

3 years (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a sentinel event?

An adverse event that should never occur (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA)?

Implementing evidence-based practice standards (C) Signup and view all the answers

What organization recognizes quality nursing care?

American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the Magnet Recognition Program?

A program that recognizes excellence in nursing care facilities (B) Signup and view all the answers