QUESTION As knowledge develops and expands within a discipline, which information source will include the oldest but best organized representation of that knowledge? a. Conference presentations b. Conference proceedings c. Journal articles d. Books ANSWER: ANS: D The information source that includes the oldest but best organized representation of knowledge is books.
QUESTION What certification can a nurse working in Canada obtain? 1. Nursing specialty areas 2. Public health 3. Research 4. Nurse practitioner practice ANSWER: Correct Answer: 1 The Canadian Nurses Association offers a certification program that provides a clinical credential in a number of clinical specialties. Eligibility for certification is based on experience in […]
QUESTION A nurse with mental health experience wants to return to school for a graduate degree to teach Psychiatric Nursing at the local nursing college. To be qualified to teach, what master’s degree should this nurse obtain? 1. Psychology 2. Nursing 3. Education 4. Mental health nursing ANSWER: Correct Answer: 2 Accreditation criteria for […]
QUESTION In 2004, the American Association of Colleges of Nursing published a position paper stating that the preparation for advanced nursing practice should be at which education level? 1. Masters 2. Bachelors 3. Doctoral 4. Certification ANSWER: Correct Answer: 3 In 2004, the AACN took the position that preparation for advanced nursing practice roles […]
QUESTION What should a graduate admissions counselor advise nursing students to take into consideration? 1. Whether a medical school is located near the nursing college 2. The enrollment statistics and funding 3. The accreditation status and admission requirements 4. The number of hospitals in the area ANSWER: Correct Answer: 3 Poteet, et al., (1994) […]
QUESTION What is the first step in selecting a graduate program to attend? 1. Determining geographic availability of programs 2. Seeking financial aid 3. Identifying clear professional career goals 4. Modifying one’s work schedule ANSWER: Correct Answer: 3 Before applying for a graduate program, the first step for a nurse should be to identify […]
QUESTION A nurse seeking a DNP bases the decision to do so on what information? (Select all that apply.) 1. Nursing is a discipline seeking a higher body of knowledge. 2. Nursing requires the DNP to practice in an advance role. 3. Nursing is a practice requiring skill refinement. 4. Nursing licensure is regulated by […]
QUESTION What international body of nursing is concerned with the definition and scope of advanced practice nursing worldwide? 1. The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) 2. The American Nurses Association (ANA) 3. The International Council of Nurses (ICN) 4. The World Health Organization (WHO) ANSWER: Correct Answer: 3 The International Council of […]
QUESTION While completing courses for a master’s degree in nursing education the nurse has taken electives for gerontology, informatics, and pain management. Using the table below, which certifications should this nurse plan to obtain upon graduation from the program? [Insert Table 24-2 here] 1. Informatics 2. Gerontological 3. Adult Gerontology 4. Adult Gerontology-Acute 5. Adult […]
QUESTION The nurse is reading the latest job posting at her place of employment: Position Description; Clinical Nurse Leader: In this position the nurse is responsible for client care outcomes according to evidence-based practice. Familiar with research approaches, literature searches, and creation of care maps and standardized care plans is required. What additional information about […]
