Deck 102: Advancement and Leadership in Nursing

Question 1

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, increased demand for nurses is being driven primarily by which trend?

A) Increase in the older population
B) Increase in congenital defects in infants
C) Decrease in number of people becoming nurses
D) Increase in length of hospital stays

Answer 1

Increase in the older population

Question 2

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in which area of practice will there be the best job opportunities?

A) Hospitals
B) Schools
C) Industry
D) Home healthcare

Answer 2

Home healthcare

Question 3

It is projected that a greater percentage of LV/LPNs will be hired in which care settings? Select all that apply.

A) Hospitals
B) Nursing homes
C) Board-and-care homes
D) Group homes
E) Community healthcare clinics
F) Ambulatory surgery centers

Answer 3

Nursing homes
Board-and-care homes
Group homes

Question 4

A newly graduated LPN nurse is seeking employment in an extended-care facility. In which specialized areas can this nurse be employed? Select all that apply.

A) Nurse manager
B) Client advocate
C) Behavioral emergency response team
D) Medication nurse
E) Treatment nurse
F) Phlebotomy nurse

Question 5

A newly licensed practical nurse (LPN) wants to know if any special education or training is required before working in a hospital setting. Which procedure will require additional education or training?

A) Drawing blood
B) Providing first aid
C) Monitoring vital signs
D) Changing wound dressings

Question 6

A new nursing graduate is researching the job market for potential career opportunities. Which healthcare facility is not recommended for new graduates of nursing?

A) Home care
B) Community health centers
C) Extended-care facilities
D) Hospitals

Question 7

A licensed practical nurse (LPN) is assigned to care for a new mother at home. What duty should the nurse be prepared to perform?

A) Updating client's nursing care plan
B) Evaluating client's progress
C) Supervising volunteer caregivers
D) Making regular assessment visits

Question 8

Which setting gives a graduate nurse the opportunity to practice basic bedside and teaching skills and to meet one client's total needs?

A) Physician's offices
B) Community health centers
C) Private duty
D) Hospitals

Question 9

The nurse is providing end-of-life care for a client diagnosed with end-stage cancer. In which specialty is this nurse employed?

A) Acute care nursing
B) Hospice care
C) Extended-care
D) Travel nursing

Question 10

The nurse is working in a residential treatment center for clients who are diagnosed with mental disorders. Which is an important function in this type of facility?

A) Provide client education regarding procedures.
B) Provide pain medication and symptom relief.
C) Practice bed-side and teaching skills.
D) Supervise the setup and administration of medications.

Question 11

A nurse researches each client's healthcare needs to determine if the cost of a particular surgical or diagnostic test can be paid by the nurse's company. In what employment setting is this nurse working?

A) Telehealth
B) Health maintenance organization
C) Occupational health
D) Parish nursing

Question 12

A nurse is assigned to work in the administrative office of a health maintenance organization. What duty does the nurse have to perform?

A) Providing end-of-life care
B) Working as wellness coordinator
C) Maintaining health of employees
D) Interviewing healthcare personnel

Question 13

A nurse is working for a third-party payor in the Telehealth industry. Which is true about this service?

A) Nurses may not make referrals to primary care providers.
B) Nurses may preapprove care for insurance purposes.
C) The primary goal of telehealth is rehospitalization of clients.
D) Many day surgery centers use a form of telehealth.

Question 14

A licensed vocational nurse (LVN) who is interested in working as a parish nurse consults a registered nurse for information regarding the job. What should the registered nurse tell the LVN concerning a primary function of the job?

A) A parish nurse does not require specialized training.
B) A parish nurse provides hands-on nursing care.
C) A parish nurse should be familiar with high-tech equipment.
D) A parish nurse provides support to terminally ill clients.

Question 15

A nurse is working on a cruise ship. Proficiency in which area is most important?

A) Performing complex technical nursing care skills
B) Performing first-aid and life-support measures
C) Teaching preventive measures to clients
D) Performing detoxification for clients

Question 16

The nurse is a member of the larger community and opportunities exist for volunteer service to give back to that community. Which organization relies on volunteers to provide care and education to people in underserved areas?

A) American Red Cross
B) Habitat for Humanity
C) Volunteers in Service to America (VISTA)
D) Head Start Programs

Question 17

A nurse is looking for employment in the field of hyperbaric medicine. What criterion must the nurse fulfill to be able to work in such an area?

A) Must be a former Navy diver
B) Must have patent auditory tubes
C) Must have worked as a registered nurse
D) Must know how to operate dialysis machines

Question 18

A newly graduated LPN nurse is looking for employment in the pharmaceutical sales industry. Which gives nursing graduates the greatest advantage over other candidates for these positions?

A) Having expert communication skills
B) Having the ability to discuss disease states
C) Having an advanced degree in the medical industry
D) Having an understanding of medication actions

Question 19

A nurse has decided to enter the field of emergency rescue by becoming a paramedic. In which skills must the paramedic be proficient?

A) Technical skills
B) Cognitive skills
C) Interpersonal skills
D) Legal/ethical skills

Question 20

An instructor is teaching new graduates how to obtain employment information. Which is the best method of obtaining a desired position?

A) Classified advertisements
B) Recruiters
C) Professional networks
D) On-campus career days

Question 21

A recently graduated nurse wants to register with a nurse's registry. What should the nurse keep in mind before registering with the agency?

A) It recruits nurses only for part-time jobs in healthcare facilities.
B) It does not provide insurance coverage to nurses.
C) It conducts informational interviews for nurses.
D) It allows nurses to choose their own schedules.

Question 22

A recently graduated nurse is looking for employment opportunities. What should the nurse know about the JOBS service?

A) It is affiliated with the local government.
B) It provides information about government positions only.
C) It is accessible only through the Internet.
D) It provides job information for a small fee.

Question 23

A nurse graduates with an LPN degree and is seeking employment. Which setting would be the best choice for a first job?

A) Home healthcare
B) Hospital
C) School nursing
D) Parish nursing

Question 24

The nursing instructor is teaching students how to apply for a job. Which strategy should the instructor include?

A) Spending at least 2 hours a day in the job search.
B) Setting a goal for the number of contacts per day.
C) Using primarily networking skills to find openings.
D) Over practicing for a scheduled employment interview

Question 25

A licensed practical nurse (LPN) is writing a cover letter to apply for employment as an occupational health nurse. What guidelines should the nurse follow when preparing the letter?

A) Avoid sending a cover letter through the Internet.
B) Mention the method of contact at the beginning of the letter.
C) Mention how he or she came to know about this position.
D) Avoid mentioning skills and job experience in the cover letter.

Question 26

Which information should be included on the resume of a newly graduated LPN? Select all that apply.

A) Career objective
B) Perceived shortcomings
C) Emphasis on the past 2 years
D) Memberships in organizations
E) Personal data
F) Non-nursing and volunteer positions

Question 27

The graduate nurse is preparing for an interview with a hospital administrator. Which guideline is recommended for making a good impression?

A) If salary and benefits are unknown, ask these questions first.
B) Do not mention any gaps in job experience or education.
C) Do not explain why you might have held a number of jobs unless asked.
D) State that you would appreciate inservice education in procedures if uncomfortable.

Question 28

The nurse is filling out an application and taking an aptitude test as a part of a job interview. Which guideline is recommended for these tasks?

A) Have a list of references prepared on a separate piece of paper.
B) Know that employers do not judge the neatness of the application as a consideration.
C) When taking a timed test, be sure to answer each question in the order it is listed.
D) If a wrong answer is given, cross it out and write the new answer above it.

Question 29

A licensed vocational nurse (LVN) is writing a follow-up letter after a personal interview. What guideline should be followed when writing a follow-up letter?

A) Thank the interviewer for taking valuable time.
B) Write the letter within a week after the interview.
C) Avoid restating qualifications in the follow-up letter.
D) Conclude the letter by mentioning the easiest method for contact.

Question 30

A nurse wants to attend an informational interview at a multispecialty hospital. What sources should the nurse consult to find such an interview?

A) Medical pool services
B) Nurse's registry
C) Human resources department
D) Employee health services