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Nursing Profession Quiz

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What sets nurses apart from other healthcare providers?

Their approach to patient care, training, and scope of practice (correct)

Their ability to prescribe medications

Their specialization in physical therapy and psychology

Their focus on administrative tasks in healthcare environments

What distinguishes nurse practitioners from nurses in the U.S.?

Nurse practitioners have a graduate degree in advanced practice nursing and can prescribe medications (correct)

Nurse practitioners are not part of the healthcare team

Nurse practitioners focus on administrative tasks in healthcare environments

Nurse practitioners have more specialized credentials than nurses

What has been the trend in nurse education since the postwar period?

A shift towards administrative roles in healthcare environments

No significant changes in nurse education

Reduction in the number of qualified nurses

Diversification towards advanced and specialized credentials (correct)

With whom do nurses collaborate in healthcare environments?

<p>Physicians, nurse practitioners, physical therapists, and psychologists</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the plan of care developed by nurses?

<p>Treating illness to improve quality of life</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Nurse Role and Collaborations

Nurses are distinct from other healthcare providers due to their unique blend of compassion, critical thinking, and scientific knowledge.

Nurse Practitioners

Nurse practitioners (NPs) in the U.S. are advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) with specialized training, education, and expertise, distinguishing them from registered nurses (RNs).

Nurse Education

Since the postwar period, there has been a trend towards increasing the educational level of nurses, with a shift from hospital-based diploma programs to college-based associate and baccalaureate degrees.

Collaborations in Healthcare

Nurses collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including physicians, therapists, and social workers, in healthcare environments to provide comprehensive care.

Plan of Care

The primary focus of the plan of care developed by nurses is to address the unique physical, emotional, and psychological needs of patients, promoting optimal health outcomes and well-being.

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Test your knowledge of the nursing profession with this quiz! From patient care to specialized practice areas, see how well you know the roles and responsibilities of nurses in the healthcare sector.