Question 1

An experienced advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) is helping a new APRN create a plan to develop scholarly writing skills. Which should the APRN include in the plan? Select all that apply.&#10;A) Start with the first sentence.&#10;B) Close the door when writing.&#10;C) Write 15 to 30 minutes each day.&#10;D) Write what first comes to mind.&#10;E) Co-author an article for publication.

Accepted Answer

Close the door when writing.&#10;Write 15 to 30 minutes each day.&#10;Write what first comes to mind.&#10;

Question 2

Which of the following is required when an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) is writing about an innovation in the agency where he or she is employed?&#10;A) Timeliness&#10;B) Peer review&#10;C) Agency approval&#10;D) Source citation

Accepted Answer

Agency approval is necessary when an APRN is writing about an innovation in their place of employment to ensure that the information being shared is accurate, does not violate any confidentiality agreements, and aligns with the agency's policies and public image.

Question 3

An advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) is writing a manuscript for the American Journal of Nurse Practitioners. Which of the following should the APRN use when writing in expository style? Select all that apply.

A) Second person
B) Editorialization
C) Clear and concise sentences
D) Controversial statements
E) Transitions between paragraphs

Accepted Answer

A monograph is a detailed written study on a single specialized subject or an aspect of it, often used to share comprehensive insights from research, which would be appropriate for an APRN to prepare about a presentation at a professional conference.

Question 4

Which is an advanced practice registered nurse's (APRN's) first consideration when writing a journal article?&#10;A) Audience&#10;B) Study design&#10;C) Literature review&#10;D) Guidelines for authors

Accepted Answer

The first consideration for an APRN when writing a journal article is the audience. Understanding the audience helps in tailoring the content, language, and complexity of the article to meet the readers' needs and expectations, ensuring the information is accessible and engaging for them.

Question 5

Which is the best source for an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) searching for summaries of randomized controlled trials and meta-analyses?&#10;A) MEDLINE&#10;B) National Library of Medicine&#10;C) Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews&#10;D) Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature (CINAHL)

Accepted Answer

The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews is renowned for its comprehensive collection of systematic reviews and meta-analyses, which are crucial for evidence-based practice, making it the best source for an APRN searching for summaries of randomized controlled trials and meta-analyses.

Question 6

While conducting an extensive literature review, which of the following would lead an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) to conclude that some of the studies are flawed?&#10;A) Only positive findings were reported.&#10;B) Hypotheses and theories were tested.&#10;C) Descriptions of data analyses were brief.&#10;D) Randomized clinical trials were conducted.

Accepted Answer

Studies that only report positive findings may be subject to publication bias or selective reporting, which can indicate flaws in the research.

Question 7

An advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) is writing a manuscript for the American Journal of Nurse Practitioners. Which of the following should the APRN use when writing in expository style? Select all that apply.

A) Second person
B) Editorialization
C) Clear and concise sentences
D) Controversial statements
E) Transitions between paragraphs

Accepted Answer

Clear and concise sentences help convey information effectively, and transitions between paragraphs ensure the text flows logically, both of which are essential in expository writing.

Question 8

Which of the following is most helpful to an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who is designing a comprehensive literature review?&#10;A) Citations&#10;B) Key words&#10;C) Spreadsheets&#10;D) Academic librarian

Accepted Answer

An academic librarian is most helpful to an APRN designing a comprehensive literature review because they can provide expert guidance on searching databases, accessing academic journals, and managing references effectively.

Question 9

An advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) is writing a manuscript for the American Journal of Nurse Practitioners. Which of the following should the APRN use when writing in expository style? Select all that apply.

A) Second person
B) Editorialization
C) Clear and concise sentences
D) Controversial statements
E) Transitions between paragraphs

Accepted Answer

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Question 10

An advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) is writing a manuscript for the American Journal of Nurse Practitioners. Which of the following should the APRN use when writing in expository style? Select all that apply.

A) Second person
B) Editorialization
C) Clear and concise sentences
D) Controversial statements
E) Transitions between paragraphs

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Accepted Answer

Journal reviewers evaluate manuscripts based on several criteria to ensure the quality and relevance of the publication. They check if the references are relevant and up-to-date (A) to ensure the research is built upon current knowledge. The clarity and practicality of clinical implications (C) are crucial for readers to understand how the findings can be applied in practice. Reviewers also assess whether there is evidence supporting the conclusions or recommendations (D) to ensure the research findings are robust and reliable. Finally, the description of research methods (E) must be clear and adequate for the study to be replicable and for its methodology to be scrutinized. The expository writing style (B) is less about consistency and more about clarity, coherence, and appropriateness for the audience, which is not explicitly mentioned as a common criterion for journal review.

Deck 23: Writing for Publication