Chapter 1 - Intro to Nursing

Question 1

The nursing instructor has presented some basic concepts related to the nursing profession to a class of nursing students. What factor is part of the definition of nursing?

Answer 1

Provide an appropriate diagnosis of the client’s health concern

Question 2

A registered nurse (RN) is caring for 4 clients on a medical-surgical unit. Which task is most appropriate for the nurse to delegate to the licensed practical nurse?

Answer 2

Administering bedside blood glucose testing

Question 3

Which nursing actions will increase the efficient management of client care and decrease the ramifications of the nursing shortage?

Answer 3

1. Pursuing post-license education
2. Becoming cross-trained in another area of the hospital
3. Implementing evidence-based clinical pathways
4. Coordinating health care services before client discharge