QUESTION The hospital research committee is contemplating a study to analyze the impact of changing one type of dressing material. In which order should the committee complete this study? 1. Collect data 2. Analyze data 3. Design the study 4. Predict outcomes 5. Identify the problem 6. Interpret the findings 7. Formulate a statement 8. […]
QUESTION The staff development instructor is preparing material to introduce the importance of research in nursing practice. In which order should the instructor explain the behaviors associated with nurses adopting evidence-based practice? 1. The innovation is used regularly 2. An attitude about the innovation is formed 3. Information about an innovation is learned 4. The […]
QUESTION While attending a seminar the nurse meets the author of a popular nursing textbook who offers assistance and help to the nurse at any time. In which order should the nurse use the power of connection to contact this nurse author? 1. Avoid name-dropping 2. Provide a rationale for using the relationship 3. Consider […]
QUESTION The charge nurse is overheard yelling at a new graduate who mixed a tube feeding with the incorrect volume of water. What would be the expected outcome from this exchange? 1. The other staff will make sure that no errors occur. 2. The human resources department will be contacted. 3. The new graduate will […]
QUESTION What percentage of Medicare dollars are thought to be expended on care provided in the last year of life? 1. A little less than 10% 2. More than 25% 3. At least 40% 4. Just under 60% ANSWER: Correct Answer: 2 In the United States, it is estimated that more than 25% of […]
QUESTION The nurse manager has plans to improve teamwork among the nurses and other health care providers. What actions should the manager take to achieve this goal? (Select all that apply.) 1. Used standardized team processes 2. Monitor team members’ performance 3. Reinforce the three duties when providing care 4. Observe for behaviors that encourage […]
QUESTION The nurse is reviewing the results of a literature search and wants to determine the strength of the evidence. In which order, from strongest to weakest, should the nurse analyze this data? 1. Single, well-conducted clinical trials 2. Single descriptive or qualitative study 3. Expert opinion of authorities or committees 4. Single correlational study […]
QUESTION The nurse is asked to testify at a Congressional hearing about a public health issue affecting more than 50% of community members. In which order should the nurse prepare for this testimony? 1. Verify time limits 2. Confirm the time to register 3. Answer questions completely 4. Maintain professional composure 5. Prepare the testimony […]
QUESTION What is the name of the national association developed for student nurses? 1. ANA 2. NSNA 3. CNA 4. NLN ANSWER: Correct Answer: 2 The NSNA is the National Student Nurses’ Association. ANA is the American Nurses Association, and CNA is the Canadian Nurses Association. NLN is the National League for Nursing.
QUESTION The high school graduate is considering pharmacy as a career. What is true of the level of education necessary for licensure as a pharmacist? 1. The pharmacist can enter practice as an intern pharmacist with an associate degree. 2. Once a person has achieved a baccalaureate degree, he or she is eligible to apply […]
