Deck 101: Career Opportunities and Job-Seeking Skills

Question 1

A nurse completes an RN program. What is the most important action for this nurse to perform before accepting employment?

A) Obtaining a license.
B) Obtaining clinical experience.
C) Completing a pre-employment checklist.
D) Scheduling several employment interviews.

Answer 1

Obtaining a license.

Question 2

The graduate nurse is researching the state's nursing practice act, which varies from state to state. Which accurately describes a state ruling?

A) In all states, new graduate nurses must work as assistants until they obtain a license.
B) Most states allow an unlimited number of attempts to pass the examination.
C) Some states issue new nursing graduates a permit to practice before licensure.
D) New nurses are always paid less until they have passed the licensure examination.

Answer 2

Some states issue new nursing graduates a permit to practice before licensure.

Question 3

In most healthcare facilities, new graduates are required to practice for a period, often 6 months, as a "nurse intern," "orientee," or "nurse resident." Which statements are true regarding this practice? Select all that apply.

A) The employment is considered full employment status when the probation period is completed successfully.
B) The nurse does not receive paid vacation or full benefits until a probationary requirement is met.
C) A mentor may be assigned to work with, and evaluate, the probationary nurse.
D) An employee in the probationary period cannot be terminated without due process.
E) The nurse is expected to be able to effectively perform basic nursing skills.

Answer 3

The employment is considered full employment status when the probation period is completed successfully.
The nurse does not receive paid vacation or full benefits until a probationary requirement is met.
A mentor may be assigned to work with, and evaluate, the probationary nurse.
The nurse is expected to be able to effectively perform basic nursing skills.

Question 4

To become licensed as an RN, LPN, or LVN, a nursing graduate is required to pass the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX). Which statement accurately describes this test?

A) It is a pen and pencil test.
B) In most states, a specific score is given.
C) It can be taken only one time per year.
D) It is based on a job analysis of tasks.

Question 5

The nursing instructor is explaining to students about sitting for the NCLEX examination. Which step in the NCLEX examination process is the responsibility of the nursing student?

A) Be reasonably expected to graduate from an approved nursing program.
B) Sending a transcript of academic records to the state Board of Nursing.
C) Certifying the expected date of graduation
D) Resubmitting necessary information when required to re-take the examination.

Question 6

A nursing student has used up the limited number of attempts to pass the NCLEX. What should the nurse to do to best improve their chances of successfully passing the examination?

A) Repeat the basic nursing program.
B) Schedule to take the test in another state.
C) Take a refresher nursing course.
D) Practice as an assistant for a year.

Question 7

A graduate nurse is studying for the NCLEX examination. Which statement accurately describes a phase of the nursing process that will be tested?

A) Planning: establishing a database
B) Data collection: actions necessary to achieve goals
C) Implementation: setting goals for clients and designing strategies to meet them
D) Evaluation: determining the extent to which goals have been achieved

Question 8

A nursing student taking the NCLEX has to answer a question about the side effects of morphine therapy. What category of client needs does this question cover?

A) Physiologic integrity
B) Health promotion and maintenance
C) Psychosocial integrity
D) Safe, effective care environment

Question 9

The nurse taking the NCLEX examination is answering a question about vaccinations for children. What category of client needs is being addressed?

A) Safe, effective care environment
B) Health promotion and maintenance
C) Psychosocial integrity
D) Basic care and comfort

Question 10

The nursing instructor is explaining the difference between the NCLEX-PN/VN examination and the NCLEX-RN. The nurse states that the two tests are similar, except the NCLEX-RN has a greater emphasis on which activities?

A) Data collection and evaluation
B) Planning and implementation
C) Assessment and planning
D) Implementation and evaluation

Question 11

The nurse is answering a question on the NCLEX examination regarding cultural awareness when providing nursing care. What category of client needs is being examined?

A) Health promotion and maintenance
B) Psychosocial integrity
C) Physiologic integrity
D) Safe, effective care environment

Question 12

A nursing student is conducting a web search for information on the NCLEX. What should the nursing student know about the NCLEX?

A) All candidates receive the same questions.
B) All candidates receive the same number of questions.
C) The computer terminates the examination for all candidates.
D) Duration of the examination is the same for all candidates.

Question 13

A nurse working in the United States is relocating to the United Kingdom and wishes to obtain a nursing license there. What document is required when seeking licensure in another country?

A) NCLEX notification of licensure
B) Insurance records from the United States
C) Social security card from the United States
D) Professional tax receipts

Question 14

A nurse who requires continuing education units (CEUs) for license renewal is taking an online continuing education course on the Internet. What is required to be awarded CEUs?

A) Payment of the course fee
B) Completion of the course
C) Proof of nursing licensure
D) Passing of the course test

Question 15

The Board of Nursing has suspended a nurse's license for "just cause" after a formal hearing. What is considered "just cause" for suspending a nurse's license? Select all that apply.

A) Stealing medications
B) Damaging hospital equipment
C) Demonstrating mild depression
D) Falling to complete license renewal
E) Sexual harassing a coworker
F) Being convicted of a felony

Question 16

According to the National Federation of Licensed Practical Nurses (NFLPN) the role of the LPN is expanding. Which activities is the LPN expected to perform? Select all that apply.

A) Performing initial assessments
B) Reporting changes in client condition
C) Administering medications
D) Taking vital signs
E) Supervising RNs
F) Providing input into planning care

Question 17

The LPN provides basic competent nursing care to clients in a nursing home, collaborates with team members, and instructs clients and families in self-care. Which competency is this nurse demonstrating?

A) Data collection
B) Planning
C) Implementation
D) Evaluation

Question 18

An LPN passed the NCLEX and received a license to practice. Which role is commonly filled as an LPN?

A) Team leader in a hospital setting
B) Nurse manager for home care
C) Charge nurse in acute care setting
D) Charge nurse in nursing home setting

Question 19

A new LPN is learning how to organize the workload to use time most effectively. Which guideline is recommended for organizing the workload?

A) Avoid making "to do" lists; instead, mentally check off tasks completed.
B) When in doubt about a procedure, check protocols to avoid asking questions.
C) Plan break times so they do not conflict with specific scheduled procedures.
D) Do not rely on already learned nursing procedures; procedures need to be relearned.

Question 20

The nurse in an acute-care facility is responsible for responding to medication/treatment orders via computer. Which actions should be considered recommended guidelines for this procedure? Select all that apply.

A) Checking the computer every hour to make sure no new orders were written.
B) Always doing "STAT" prescriptions first.
C) Double-checking the name of the medication, dose, route, and frequency of administration.
D) Making sure all medications are reordered every 24 hours or 3 days.
E) Documenting immediately after a treatment is carried out

Question 21

The LPN answers the telephone when a physician wants to prescribe medication for a client whose condition is deteriorating. Which guideline is recommended for this practice? Select all that apply.

A) The LPN may take telephone orders only if the institution clearly defines the practice.
B) The LPN is responsible for the accuracy of the order.
C) The primary provider must sign the telephone order within 24 hours of giving the order.
D) If unauthorized for such a responsibility, the LPN may allow a student nurse to take the call.
E) The LPN can take the prescription if the client has been assigned to them

Question 22

The nurse is using the Internet to research an unfamiliar disease state. Which is true when searching the Internet?

A) The Internet should not be used to provide information for client teaching.
B) Most Websites are updated regularly and may be more accurate than printed material.
C) It is not necessary to double-check information on the Internet for accuracy.
D) The nurse should never join a chat room when accessing the Internet.

Question 23

The novice nurse has been scheduled to work a "Baylor Plan." What type of shift will this nurse be working?

A) Straight evenings
B) Weekends only
C) 12-hour shifts
D) 10-hour shifts

Question 24

A nurse graduate who was on day shift is put on night shift for the first time. What should the nurse graduate be aware of when on night shift?

A) Psychotic clients are more likely to be quiet at night.
B) Most clients experience an elevation of fever at night.
C) Accessing security assistance will be easier at night.
D) Pain is more likely to be accentuated at night.

Question 25

A nurse, working on the night shift, is receiving instructions from the mentor about strategies for tolerating working at night. What instruction should the mentor provide the nurse regarding the preferred diet to consume when on night shifts?

A) Drink warm milk during the shift.
B) Snack as much as possible.
C) Avoid caffeine during the shift.
D) Eat a nonfat meal during the day.

Question 26

The nurse is working the night shift for the first time. Which information should the nurse consider when planning care for clients?

A) Clients who are incontinent in the daytime may be continent at night.
B) Medications are given during the day shift.
C) Usually, the night nurse performs routine once-a-day record-keeping at midnight.
D) Clients are less likely to fall at night because they are in their beds.

Question 27

The mentor of a graduate nurse is advising the nurse to keep a personal nursing file. Which information or documents are recommended to include in this file? Select all that apply.

A) License expiration date
B) Copy of personal immunization records
C) Copy of personal resume
D) Copy of birth certificate
E) Copy of driver's license
F) Record of continuing education courses

Question 28

The graduate nurse is learning how to achieve self-fulfillment. Which factors contribute to personal satisfactions and fulfillment? Select all that apply.

A) Having a goal of putting oneself first.
B) Learning how to manage money.
C) Being inflexible when it comes to dealing with clients.
D) Taking responsibility for one's own actions.
E) Living in the present, but planning for the future.
F) Demonstrating self-direction and self-improvement.