Nursing Professional Standards Quiz

What is one key aspect of competent performance according to the California Board of Nursing?

Adhering to external standards only
Being aware of community standards
Following institutional standards
Transferring scientific knowledge in applying the nursing process (correct)

According to the California Board of Nursing standards, what is essential for a registered nurse to know about a patient's diagnosis?

It is necessary for legal purposes only
It is not relevant to nursing care plans
It helps in implementing infection control measures (correct)
It is important for community standards

Which organization supports the right of all consumers to receive dignified and competent health care?

American Nursing Association
Community Standards
California Board of Nursing (correct)
Internal Standards

What does the California Board of Nursing consider a common standard of nursing practice to protect both patients and health care workers from disease transmission?

Universal precautions (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which entity defines the competent performance expectations for registered nurses?

California Board of Nursing (C) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a registered nurse as competent according to Title 16 Section 1443.5?

Applying social sciences knowledge effectively (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is not considered acceptable according to the text?

Refusing to treat patients based on gender (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which organization's standards are mentioned in the text as external standards?

AACN (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key competency of competent nursing as described in the text?

Evaluating one's strengths and weaknesses for optimal patient care (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should a nurse be skilled in?

Technical, cognitive, interpersonal, and ethical/legal skills (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the text emphasize about a nurse's approach to patients?

Meeting patients' health care needs through various skills (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the text indicate about refusing to treat patients?

Not acceptable based on national origin (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the ICN Code of Ethics for Nurses?

Professional and ethical conduct for nurses (B) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of nursing licensure, what does the National Council of State Boards of Nursing primarily provide information on?

Licensure regulations and requirements (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the central theme of the National Student Nurses' Association's Code of Ethics?

Ethical principles guiding nursing practice (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which document is primarily focused on providing guidelines for fostering moral resilience in nursing practice?

ICN Code of Ethics for Nurses (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of exploring moral resilience according to the provided text?

Cultivating ethical practice in challenging situations (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which organization is responsible for setting professional standards in the context of the provided text?

International Council of Nurses (A) Signup and view all the answers

How do nursing ethics codes contribute to the development of a culture of ethical practice?

By providing guidelines for ethical conduct in nursing (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to function effectively within professional and interprofessional teams according to the text?

Fostering open communication and mutual respect among team members (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a core principle of the ANA Code of Ethics?

Practicing with compassion and respect for all individuals (D) Signup and view all the answers

What role does the International Council of Nursing play in global health according to the text?

Role of nurses and global health (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does the NSNA Code of Ethics emphasize professionalism?

Through core values and professional conduct standards (A) Signup and view all the answers

In nursing, what is the significance of being a patient advocate?

To ensure patients' needs are met and rights are respected (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does the ANA Code of Ethics view individual dignity?

It values and respects the inherent dignity of every individual (C) Signup and view all the answers