Question 1

A nurse who is participating in a health fair asks,"Other than nursing,what are some opportunities for careers in the health care professions,and what education is required?" The nurse informs participants that a master's degree is required as the minimum standard for which nursing role?

Accepted Answer

B

Question 2

A nurse in an acute care facility helps patients understand how to prevent diabetic neuropathies.This nurse is functioning in what nursing role?

Accepted Answer

The nurse is functioning in the role of an educator by teaching patients how to prevent diabetic neuropathies, which involves providing information and guidance on health maintenance and disease prevention.

Question 3

A new graduate desires a position in labor and delivery;however,no position is available.What is the best advice for this nurse?

Accepted Answer

Accepting another nursing position and transferring into labor and delivery when a position becomes available is practical advice. It allows the nurse to gain experience and potentially move into the desired area when an opportunity arises.

Question 4

A patient is admitted for a hip replacement complicated by uncontrolled diabetes and early dementia.The nurse coordinates referrals to an endocrinologist to establish an insulin protocol and organizes out-patient physical therapy in an Alzheimer's assisted living facility upon discharge.This is included in what nursing role?

Accepted Answer

The nurse is acting as a case manager by coordinating care across different specialties (endocrinology for diabetes, physical therapy for hip replacement recovery) and organizing appropriate living arrangements that can handle the patient's early dementia. This role involves overseeing a patient's comprehensive care plan, including transitions between care settings.

Question 5

A hospital standard states,"All intravenous (IV)sites must be rotated every 72 hours." The nurse who assesses and records variations from this standard is fulfilling which role of nursing?

Accepted Answer

The nurse is fulfilling the role of quality management by assessing and recording variations from the standard of care, which involves monitoring and ensuring that healthcare practices meet established standards to maintain high-quality patient care.

Question 6

An RN has critical care experience and is proficient in advanced cardiac life support and often helps to lead "codes" and is an expert clinician with superior health assessment skills.Enjoying a challenge of a fast-paced environment with autonomy,this nurse would best be suited for which nursing role?

Accepted Answer

A flight nurse role is ideal for someone with critical care experience, proficiency in advanced cardiac life support, and the ability to lead in high-pressure situations. This role requires quick decision-making, autonomy, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, matching the described nurse's skills and preferences.

Question 7

A nurse is responsible for determining the incidence rates of hospital-acquired diarrhea on a pediatric ward after receiving reports that five children admitted with uncontrolled asthma had developed diarrhea while hospitalized.The nurse is working in the nursing role?

Accepted Answer

The nurse is working in the infection control role, as they are investigating the incidence of hospital-acquired diarrhea, which involves monitoring and controlling infections within the healthcare setting.

Question 8

An RN testifies at a trial where domestic violence is being investigated.She had previously assisted with specimen collection and had assessed the victim.The nurse is involved in _____ nursing.

Accepted Answer

Forensic nursing involves applying nursing science to public or legal proceedings, and it includes the role of assisting in the investigation of crimes like domestic violence through evidence collection and documentation.

Question 9

What should be the primary focus of the care provider role for the nurse?

Accepted Answer

The primary focus of the care provider role for the nurse is to use the nursing process to guide patient care and recovery, ensuring that patients receive comprehensive and individualized care.

Question 10

In differentiating between interprofessional and multidisciplinary which statement is true?

Accepted Answer

Interprofessional involves members from various disciplines collaborating and working together to provide comprehensive patient care, emphasizing teamwork and communication across different specialties to address the needs of a specific patient population.

Question 11

A nurse researcher is attempting to describe the demographics of today's RNs and reports that relevant information?

Accepted Answer

Most RNs are entering practice with a bachelor's degree, reflecting the trend towards higher educational standards in nursing.

Question 12

The forensic nurse would most likely be involved in what task?

Accepted Answer

Forensic nurses specialize in caring for patients who are the victims of trauma, violence, or abuse, such as rape victims. They are trained to perform assessments and collect evidence (specimens) that can be used in court, making option A the correct task associated with forensic nursing.

Question 13

A nurse working in a factory performs routine hearing tests for employees.The factory uses 90 dB as the safe limit for an 8-hour day's exposure to machine noise rather than 85 dB as recommended by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.The nurse is functioning in what nursing role?

Accepted Answer

The nurse is functioning as an Occupational Health Nurse, focusing on the prevention of illness, promotion of health, and assessment of health needs within the work environment, specifically conducting hearing tests to monitor the effects of noise exposure on employees.

Question 14

A person from an underrepresented background in nursing is interested in entering the nursing profession and researches the ethnicity,age,and gender make-up of the nursing profession and finds which fact most interesting?

Accepted Answer

C) is the most interesting fact because it highlights the increasing diversity in advanced nursing education programs, which is significant for someone from an underrepresented background looking to enter the nursing profession.

Question 15

A nurse notices that care is often withheld until an interpreter arrives,if the nurse is not multilingual.The nurse discusses this with the management team and suggests a three-part series be presented to the nursing staff to teach some commonly used medical terms in Spanish.This nurse is involved in what nursing role?

Accepted Answer

The nurse is acting as a change agent by identifying a problem and suggesting a solution to improve patient care and communication.

Question 16

The nurse who organizes screenings for employees,assesses the work environment for hazards,and teaches health-promoting activities is employed in what field of nursing?

Accepted Answer

Occupational health nursing focuses on promoting and maintaining the health and well-being of workers by preventing and treating workplace injuries and illnesses, assessing work environments for potential hazards, and implementing health-promotion strategies.

Question 17

People are living longer and with older age comes a higher risk of terminal illness.Many individuals have chosen to maximize their quality of life but stop aggressive life-sustaining treatments.Nurses who work with terminally ill patients and their families to provide end-of-life care,pain management,and family support are practicing in which field of nursing practice?

Accepted Answer

The answer of People are living longer and with older...

Question 18

A nurse tallies the patient satisfaction surveys and approves the use of an agency nurse because of the high census.This nurse is involved in which nursing role?

Accepted Answer

The nurse is performing managerial duties by analyzing patient satisfaction surveys and making staffing decisions based on the census, which are typical responsibilities of a nurse in a managerial role.

Question 19

The RN who identifies the best resources at the lowest cost to achieve optimal health outcomes for the client is fulfilling the responsibilities of what role?

Accepted Answer

The role of a case manager often involves coordinating care to ensure that clients receive the best possible care at the lowest cost, focusing on achieving optimal health outcomes. This includes navigating resources, coordinating services, and advocating for the client's needs.

Question 20

A nurse is interested in practicing in a faith-based community;when researching the role of the parish nurse,the nurse finds which statement to be true?

Accepted Answer

The role of a parish nurse is recognized by the American Nurses Association (ANA) as a specialty with a defined set of practice guidelines.

Quiz 26: Contemporary Nursing Roles and Career Opportunities