Introduction to Nursing NCLEX Practice Questions
120 questions
In a healthcare setting, which legal principle mandates that healthcare professionals maintain patient confidentiality?The concept of evidence-based practice in nursing finds its roots in the work of which nursing pioneer?Who is known as the founder of psychiatric nursing for her pioneering work in mental health care?A nurse is caring for a patient who is Jehovah's Witness and refuses a blood transfusion. The patient's hemoglobin level…A nurse is caring for a terminally ill patient who has expressed a wish to discontinue life-sustaining treatment. Which ethical…Which nurse is known for her work during the Crimean War, where she improved sanitation and reduced mortality rates among…The role of the nurse during the early Christian era was primarily associated with:A nurse is asked to participate in a research study involving human subjects. What ethical principle should guide the nurse's…Which ethical principle guides healthcare professionals to tell the truth and be honest in their interactions with patients?Who was instrumental in establishing the International Red Cross and promoting the Geneva Convention?The first nursing school, the Nightingale School of Nursing, was established in which city?Which principle guides nurses to uphold truthfulness and honesty in their practice?Which nurse is known for her work in advocating for the mentally ill and prison reform?What was the primary focus of nursing during the 19th century?A nurse is caring for a terminally ill patient who has expressed a desire to end their own life. Which…A nurse overhears a coworker discussing confidential patient information in a public area. What is the appropriate action for the…Consider the primary responsibility of healthcare professionals in research settings.Who is considered the first African American nurse in the United States, providing care to soldiers during the Civil War?The concept of holistic nursing care, considering the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of patients, was emphasized by:A nurse is assigned to care for a patient who is refusing a blood transfusion due to religious beliefs. What…Who was instrumental in establishing the Visiting Nurse Service in 1893, providing nursing care to the poor in their homes?A nurse is faced with a dilemma regarding whether to disclose a medical error to a patient. Which ethical principle…Florence Nightingale is known for her contributions during which war?A nurse is caring for a patient who has been prescribed a medication that conflicts with their religious beliefs. What…A nurse is asked to participate in a clinical trial for a new medication. What ethical consideration should the nurse…In which scenario would a nurse be most likely to face an ethical dilemma?A nurse believes a colleague is diverting medications but chooses not to report it to avoid conflict. Which ethical principle…Which organization was established in 1896 and was the first professional nursing organization in the United States?Who is considered the first African American nurse in the United States?In which situation would a nurse's duty to maintain patient confidentiality be waived?Who is known for her contributions to public health nursing and establishment of the Henry Street Settlement?Which principle emphasizes the duty to respect individuals' rights to make their own decisions?Who established the Frontier Nursing Service in 1925, providing healthcare to families in rural Kentucky?Who is considered the founder of modern nursing?What is the term for the legal obligation of healthcare professionals to provide care within their scope of practice?The development of the American Nurses Association (ANA) and its role in advancing nursing as a profession is attributed to…Who established the American Red Cross in 1881?A nurse is caring for a patient who has a healthcare proxy. The patient's family requests information about the patient's…What was the primary role of nurses during the Crimean War?The concept of the nurse as a patient advocate and protector of patient rights is exemplified in the work of:Which principle refers to the fair distribution of resources and the treatment of individuals in an impartial manner?The philosophy of nursing as a unique and independent profession, distinct from medicine, is often attributed to:Which nurse is known for establishing the Frontier Nursing Service, which provided healthcare to rural areas in the United States?A nurse discloses confidential patient information to a coworker during lunch break. Which ethical principle is violated?What is the primary purpose of the Nurse Practice Act?A nurse is caring for a patient who has expressed a desire to leave the hospital against medical advice. What…The concept of culturally competent care in nursing practice is closely associated with the work of:A nurse is caring for a patient who is a Jehovah's Witness and refuses to receive a blood transfusion, even…The development of nursing as a profession in the United States was influenced by which war?What is the term for the ethical principle that involves the duty to do good and promote the well-being of…
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