Prepare for the ATI Becoming a Professional Nurse exam with these practice questions. This guide covers nursing roles, professional ethics, leadership, and legal considerations.
Q: a Nurse is conducting a teaching session on professional behavior in nursing. which of the following is an example of assertive behavior?1. a nurse seeks opinion of her peers in the decision making process2. a nurse feels her assignment is unfair but continues to work3. a nurse who experiences a conflict with a coworker expresses her concern
Answer: 1. a nurse seeks opinion of her peers in the decision making process
Q: a nurse manager is explaining the purpose of a mentoring system to unit nurses. which of the following is a characteristic of the mentoring process?1. is most effective when the mentor is the supervisor2. promotes peer support3. results in the mentor making decisions for the mentee
Answer: 2. promotes peer support
Q: a newly licensed nurse asks his nurse mentor why he chose nursing as a career. the nurse mentor replies that he chose nursing because it is a profession, which is characterized by1. reasonable work and reasonable compensation2. responsibility ending with the shift3. lifelong learning and autonomy
Answer: 3. lifelong learning and autonomy
Q: a charge nurse discovers a staff nurse is chemically dependent on opioid analgesics. which of the following is the most serious outcome if the staff nurse continues to care for clients in a chemically dependent state?1. compromised client trust2. omissions in client care3. loss of respect from peers
Answer: 2. omissions in client care
Q: a nurse manager is discussing the nurse practice act with staff. which of the following should the nurse manager identify as the most important function of this act?1. defines the power of the state board of nursing2. defines nursing practice to protect the public3. defines the requirements for licensure
Answer: 2. defines nursing practice to protect the public
Q: a newly licensed nurse has been practicing in acute care for 6 months. which of the following is the most essential for the nurse to achieve prior to assuming key nursing roles?1. becoming a change agent2. recognizing professional identity3. performing competent client care
Answer: 2. recognizing professional identity
Q: a nurse is reviewing the nurse practice acts in his state, which of the following is a function of a nurse practice act1. identifies the requirements for licensure2. provides certification for speciality practice3. regulates nursing student practice
Answer: 1. identifies the requirements for licensure
Q: following change of shift report, a nurse manager suspects the oncoming nurse is under the influence of a chemical substance. which of the following actions should the nurse manager take1. provide personal counseling to address the nurses substance abuse2 arrange transportation for the staff nurse to go home3. schedule a meeting with the nurse within 72 hr.
Answer: 2. arrange transportation for the staff nurse to go home
Q: a newly licensed nurse is working on an acute care unit. which of the following actions demonstrates the nurses transition from novice to advanced beginner1. seeking assistance when performing a client procedure2. contacting the provider after noting a clients abnormal lab results3. recommending a revision to the fall prevention policy
Answer: 2. contacting the provider after noting a clients abnormal lab results
Q: After having worked on an inpatient hospital unit for a month a newly licensed nurse tells the nurse manager that she is not sure she can do the job anymore due to stress and a feeling of incompetence. Which of the following statements by the nurse manager is an appropriate response1. “feelings of incompetence can indicate that you were unprepared for the transition to the practice setting.”2. “it sounds like you may be experiencing burnout. you may benefit by transferring to another unit.”3. ” you may be experiencing reality shock. we can discuss ways to reduce stress.”
Answer: 3. ” you may be experiencing reality shock. we can discuss ways to reduce stress.”
Q: Nurses in a hospital unit are discussing the principles of quality improvement in client care. Which of the following statements by a nurse indicates a need for further teaching1. ” risk managers are responsible for completing an incident report when a sentinel event occurs.”2. “nurse managers use incident reports to improve client care.”3. “the nurse should complete an incident report for a near miss.”
Answer: 1. ” risk managers are responsible for completing an incident report when a sentinel event occurs.”
Q: a nurse is writing an article for the hospitals newspaper. which of the following is an example of plagiarism?.1. applying quotation marks when using an authors statement word for word2. referencing an author whose work he is paraphrasing3. reusing content from an article he previously wrote
Answer: 3. reusing content from an article he previously wrote
Q: a nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative. which of the following actions by the nurse demonstrates the professional characteristic of autonomy1. making a decision about when to administer a PRN pain med2. reviewing the clients lab data prior to contacting the provider3. verifying the completion of delegated vital signs
Answer: 1. making a decision about when to administer a PRN pain med
Q: a nurse is caring for a client who is from a culture different from her own. when listening to the client reminisce the nurse is promoting which of the following1. accountability2. stewardship3 dignity
Answer: 3 dignity
Q: a staff nurse suggests that her mentee practice asking self reflecting questions. which of the following questions by the mentee to herself indicates a need for further teaching1. “how do my values about life affect my care of others?”2. “how do I feel about caring for a client of a different culture?”3. “how do I discuss end of life care with a clients family?”
Answer: 3. “how do I discuss end of life care with a clients family?”
Q: a nurse manager observes a staff nurse removing a used narcotic syringe from the sharps disposal container. which of the following actions should the nurse manager take first1. create a disciplinary contract with the staff nurse2. confront the staff nurse3. collection information about the staff nurses performance
Answer: 3. collection information about the staff nurses performance
Q: a staff nurse is compiling evidence on ventilator associated pneumonia, which will be used to revise the hospitals policy and procedure for care of clients on ventilators. the nurse is acting in which of the following roles1. researcher2 provider of care3 client advocate
Answer: 1. researcher
Q: a nurse is planning care for a client newly diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. which of the following actions by the nurse demonstrates the value of caring1. building trust with the client and her family2. demonstrating sympathy while providing client care3. encouragingly gthe client to develop dependent relationships
Answer: 1. building trust with the client and her family
Q: a nurse working in an acute care facility is aware of the scope of practice and rules of her professional boundaries. which of the following is an appropriate action for the nurse to take1. accepting a $50 gift certificate to a local restaurant from a clients family2 obtaining assistance with financial planning from a client3 receiving a basket of fruit sent for the unit from a client who has been discharged
Answer: 3 receiving a basket of fruit sent for the unit from a client who has been discharged
Q: a nurse is working with an intradisciplinary team to change departmental policy. which of the following roles is the nurse demonstrating1. collaborator2. provider of care3. educator
Answer: 1. collaborator
Q: a nurse manager is meeting with staff nurses to dicusss evidence based practice, the nurse manager should inform the staff nurses that evidence based practice1. serves as a catalyst to improve the quality of care.2. is less reliable than intuition as a tool for determining quality of care3. allows for a universal approach to quality care
Answer: 1. serves as a catalyst to improve the quality of care.
Q: a nurse is delegating client care to an assistive personnel and instructor the AP to provide morning care to a client who has left sided weakness. which of the following rights should the AP clarify with the nurse1. the right person2. the right direction3. the right task
Answer: 2. the right direction
Q: a nurse is facing charges of professional negligence. which of the following nursing organizations provides resources to demonstrate whether she met the standard of practice1. national league for nursing NLN2. American nurses association ANA3. American nurses foundation ANF
Answer: 2. American nurses association ANA
Q: A nurse manager is discussing integrity with the nurses on the unit.. which of the following promotes professional integrity1. monthly staff social gatherings2. rotating unit assignments3. streamline error reporting system
Answer: 3. streamline error reporting system
Q: a home health nurse is invited to dinner by a clients family on his day off. which of the following actions by the nurse indicates understanding of his professional role1. the nurse accepts the invitation but avoids future social interactions with the client2. the nurse declines the invitation but explains that he will accept closer to discharge from home health3. the nurse decliner the invitation for dinner but offers to extend the length of each home visit
Answer: 3. the nurse decliner the invitation for dinner but offers to extend the length of each home visit
Q: a nurse is assigned to care for a client who is receiving a continous IV infusion of insulin. the nurse does not possess the skills to care for the client and requests that the charge nurse change her assignment. which of the following statement by the nurse demonstrates assertiveness1. “I don’t feel confident managing this client on my own”2. “you need to assign clients to me according to my skill level”3. “ill still care for this client if you think I should”
Answer: 1. “I don’t feel confident managing this client on my own”
Q: a nurse Is working in an intensive care unit. in which of the following examples is the nurse acting as a change agent?1. suggesting ways to improve the visitor check in policy2. providing advice to a client who is newly diagnosed with lung cancer3. precasting a newly licensed nurse about medication administration
Answer: 1. suggesting ways to improve the visitor check in policy
Q: a nurse is advocating implementation of a healthy school lunch program at the local middle school. which of the following actions should the nurse take first to influence health policy development at the local event1. promote dietary change for students at the parent teacher association meetings2 campaign for a school board candidate who supports healthy school lunces3 conduct height and weight screenings of the students
Answer: 3 conduct height and weight screenings of the students
Q: a nurse orienting a newly licensed nurse is discussing integrity and morals. which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates need for further teaching1. “I should provide fair and equal treatment to my clients”2. “I should consider an individual clients rights and beliefs”3 “I should withhold health information that will cause my clients stress”
Answer: 3 “I should withhold health information that will cause my clients stress”
Q: a newly licensed nurse confides in her mentor that she is feeling overwhelmed and is glad responsibility for her actions extends only to herself and her clients. which of the following statements by the mentor is the most accurate response1. “as a nurse, responsibility for your actions also extends to your peers and society”2. “I felt the same way as a new nurse. its good we have a code of ethics to guide our practice”3. “it is your responsibility to follow our professional guidelines to protect yourself and your clients”
Answer: 1. “as a nurse, responsibility for your actions also extends to your peers and society”
Q: a newly licensed nurse is being bullied by an experienced nurse. which of the following actions should the newly licensed nurse take1. discuss the situation with the nurse manager2 identify whether other nurses have experienced similar behaviors3. request to speak to the experienced nurse in private
Answer: 1. discuss the situation with the nurse manager
Q: a nurse on a medical surgical unit is caring for a group of clients. the nurse demonstrates respect when he makes which of the following statements1. “I will tell the provider to speak with your husband about your condition”2. “I hear people of your culture prefer kosher food”3. “do you want your family to be present during your session with the speech therapist”
Answer: 3. “do you want your family to be present during your session with the speech therapist”
Q: a group of nurse managers is developing a hospital wide plan for orienting newly licensed nurses to the facility. which of the following statements by a new member of the management team indicates a need for further education regarding orientation?1. “I should provide a brief orientation to allow for independent work right away”2. “I will offer a residency program to ease transition to practice”3. “I should assign a mentor to the newly licensed nurse”
Answer: 1. “I should provide a brief orientation to allow for independent work right away”
Q: a nurse is pursuing chemotherapy certification. which of the following is an advantage of receiving certification1. providing formal instruction to peers about chemotherapy administration2. maintaining knowledge of current practice in chemotherapy administration3. gaining self satisfaction in learning about chemotherapy administration
Answer: 2. maintaining knowledge of current practice in chemotherapy administration
Q: a nurse manager is discussing the concept of dishonesty with nurses on the unit. which of the following statements by a nurse indicated a need for further teaching1. “dishonesty is administering a medication at 1100, but charting that is was administered at 1000″2 “dishonesty is giving preferential treatment to one client over another”3 “dishonesty is withholding a diagnosis from a client at the familys request”
Answer: 2 “dishonesty is giving preferential treatment to one client over another”
Q: a charge nurse is assisting a staff nurse to perform a new procedure. when the staff nurse is attempting the new procedure, he becomes frustrated and raises his voice at the charge nurse in front of the client. which of the following actions by the staff nurse is appropriate1. completing the task and leaving the room2 apologizing to the charge nurse and the client3 noting the incident in the clients medical record
Answer: 2 apologizing to the charge nurse and the client
Q: a nurse is talking to a client who expresses frustration regarding her scheduled care. which of the following actions by the nurse promotes client autonomy1. telling the client to rest before performing morning care2. asking the client to choose the order of care activities3. setting up the clients bath supplies for later use
Answer: 2. asking the client to choose the order of care activities
Q: a nurse manager is discussing a need for change in the plan of care for clients with a staff nurse. which of the following statements identifies the staff nurse as the change agent1. “we will not need ongoing evaluation of the plan if we use evidence based practice”2″we can spend less time planning if we use evidence based practice”3. “we will use evidence based practice to create a new plan of care that is effective”
Answer: 3. “we will use evidence based practice to create a new plan of care that is effective”
Q: a nurse manager is reading a newly licensed nurse self evaluation after completing a 3 month orientation period. which of the following indicates self reflection1. completed 3 sessions on ECG monitoring2. requesting more practice inserting intravenous catheters3. assisted in implementing a new electronic health record system
Answer: 2. requesting more practice inserting intravenous catheters
Q: a nurse manager hires a nurse whose personal preference reports that the nurse plagiarized during nursing school. based on the information from the reference, which of the following actions should the nurse manager take1. caution other staff nurses about the potential for the nurses misconduct2. inform the risk manager of the situation3 monitor the nurses documentation during times of high client acuity
Answer: 3 monitor the nurses documentation during times of high client acuity
Q: a staff nurse volunteers to be a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotation. Which of the following professional values is the staff nurse demonstrating1. integrity2. altruism3. social justice
Answer: 2. altruism
Q: a nurse manager is discussing the role of the state nurse practice act with a newly licensed nurse. which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicated a need for further teaching1. “our states nurse practice act identifies the topics covered on the NCLEX examination”2 “our states nurse practice act identifies our professional scope of practice”3 “our states nurse practice act identifies actions that result in disciplinary action”
Answer: 1. “our states nurse practice act identifies the topics covered on the NCLEX examination”
Q: a newly licensed nurse is experiencing reality shock. which of the following statements indicates the nurse is in the recovery phase1. “I now have the time management skills I need to care for all of my clients”2. “I am happy with my decision to choose nursing as a profession”3. “I am less nervous than before in my ability to administer medications”
Answer: 3. “I am less nervous than before in my ability to administer medications”
Q: a nurse on a medical surgical unit is caring for a group of clients. the nurse demonstrates autonomy when he performs which of the following actions1. obtains a clients signature for informed consent2. measures the calf circumference of a client who reports unrelieved leg pain3. administers a scheduled PO dose of levothyroxine (Synthroid) before breakfast
Answer: 2. measures the calf circumference of a client who reports unrelieved leg pain
Q: a newly licensed nurse confides in his preceptor that nursing is more stressful than he expected and that he is feeling anxious about providing self care. which of the following statements by the preceptor is an appropriate response1. “use your breaks as an opportunity to read over safety policies”2 “it is important for you to feel comfortable to ask questions when you need to”3 “make the most time consuming care your priority”
Answer: 2 “it is important for you to feel comfortable to ask questions when you need to”
Q: a nurse working on a medical surgical unit is discussing the roles of the interprofesisonal team with the charge nurse. which of the following observations by the nurse indicates the essential skills of the inter professional team1. “I can see that various health care professionals are able to share their thoughts regarding planning client care”2 “I can see that various health care professionals are working independently when planning care for clients”3 “I can see that various health care professionals are using personal experience to plan client care”
Answer: 1. “I can see that various health care professionals are able to share their thoughts regarding planning client care”
Q: a nurse manager is reviewing the code of ethics for nurses. which of the following professional organizations provides specific guidance to licensed practical nurses1. NAPNES2 AWHONN3 AACN
Answer: 1. NAPNES
Q: a nurse is responsible for mentoring a newly licensed nurse. which of the following actions by the nurse would be considered part of the role of mentor1. assigning the mentee multiple client care tasks to complete on his own2. accompanying the mentee to a professional nursing Organization meeting3. independently performing a procedure that is unfamiliar to the mentee
Answer: 2. accompanying the mentee to a professional nursing Organization meeting
Q: A nurse is caring for a client recently diagnosed with cancer. the client expresses fears about her future. which of the following actions by the nurse demonstrates compassion1. the nurse advises the client to tell her family about the diagnosis2. the nurse reassures the client that treatment options will lead to a positive outcome3. the nurse encourages the client to talk about her concerns
Answer: 3. the nurse encourages the client to talk about her concerns
Q: Which of the following is responsible for authorizing the practice of nursing1. State board of nursing2. NCLEX3. American nurses association
Answer: 1. State board of nursing
Q: which of the following is one of the foundations of the nursing profession1. personal morals2. professional identity3. professional values
Answer: 3. professional values
Q: which of the following resources provides guidance on the legal responsibilities of nurses to clients and society1. Nursing’s Social Policy Statements2. Code of Ethics for Nurses3. Scope and Standards of practice
Answer: 2. Code of Ethics for Nurses
Q: Where are the formal expectations of the nursing profession first learned?1. working as a new nurse in a healthcare facility2. through classroom and clinical experiences in nursing school3. during a relationship with an informal mentor
Answer: 2. through classroom and clinical experiences in nursing school
Q: which of the following are characteristics exhibited by a professional? select all that apply-technical competence-self-centeredness-concern for others-interpersonal skils-ethnocentrism
Answer: -technical competence-concern for others-interpersonal skills
Q: which of the following provisions in the ANA research code of ethics for nurses with interpretive statements describes the duty of nurses to develop collaborative solutions to broad health issues?1. Provision 42. Provision 63. Provision 8
Answer: 3. Provision 8
Q: A nurse who displays a selfless concern for others is exhibiting which of the following?1. accountability2. altruism3. responsibility
Answer: 2. altruism
Q: which of the following tenets in the ANA resource Scope and Standards of Practice describes the use of evidence based knowledge in the provision of nursing care?1. Tenet 22. Tenet 43. Tenet 5
Answer: 2. Tenet 4
Q: which of the following professional associations advances the nursing profession by creating high standards for nursing practice?1. american nurses association2. national league for nursing3. American association of colleges of nursing
Answer: 1. american nurses association
Q: a nurse is compiling an orientation handout related to accountability and responsibility which of the following should the nurse use to describe responsibilities1. an internal obligation to others2. duty to report quality of work3. basic care needs of clients
Answer: 3. basic care needs of clients
Q: a nurse manager is developing an evaluation form for employees. which of the following descriptions should be used to measure integrity1. utilizes good decision making2. performs wound care successfully3. follows standards and protocols
Answer: 3. follows standards and protocols
Q: which of the following situations is an example of horizontal violence?1. a nurse blames a peer for her error2. a provider openly scorns a charge nurse3. an assistive personnel is belittled by a nurse manager
Answer: 1. a nurse blames a peer for her error
Q: a nurse is reviewing information related to balancing autonomy with boundaries. which of the following phrases should the nurse expect to find related to the concept of boundaries1. allow for increased flexibility in caregiving2. impede design and delivery of safe care3 guided by state nurse practice acts
Answer: 3 guided by state nurse practice acts
Q: which of the following actions demonstrates the professional concept of assertiveness?1. boldly sharing conflicting ideas2. using a team based approach3. feelings of strong self esteem
Answer: 1. boldly sharing conflicting ideas
Q: which of the following can threaten professional integrity? select all that apply-Anxiety-Beneficience-Fast paced environment-Substance abuse-Assertiveness
Answer: -Anxiety-Fast paced environment-Substance abuse
Q: which of the following relates to the concept of caring in professional nursing1 straying from current values2. promoting role excellence3. reflecting historical evidence
Answer: 2. promoting role excellence
Q: the inclusion of autonomy in the provision of client care incorporates which of the following traits? select all that apply-Decision making-Sympathy-Flexibility-Prioritization-Affirmation
Answer: -Decision making-Flexibility-Prioritization
Q: a nurse is acting as a preceptor for a student studying the concept of autonomy. the nurse confirms the students clear understanding of autonomy when the student describes it as which of the following1. critical thinking2 team colloboration3. individual choice
Answer: 3. individual choice
Q: a nurse educator is describing positive peer to peer interactions during a staff meeting. which of the following should he use to accurately describe coaching1. helps overall care delivery2. has a defined time frame3 outlines clear initial goals
Answer: 1. helps overall care delivery
Q: a nurse is telling the truth, keeping promises and doing no harm while caring for a client who is experiencing conflict with his family. which of the following is the nurse demonstrating1. honoring client autonomy2. primary commitment to the client3. accountability for professional practice
Answer: 2. primary commitment to the client
Q: which of the following actions represents the professional value of altruism1. a nurse mentoring a colleague in professional growth2. a nurse respecting a clients decision to refuse treatment3 a nurse encouraging a clinic to treat a homeless man who is unable to pay for his care
Answer: 1. a nurse mentoring a colleague in professional growth
Q: in what role does a nurse assess resources, strengths and weaknesses, coping behaviors, and the environment to help the client regain health to a maximum level of independent functioning1. client advocate2 collaborator3 care provider
Answer: 3 care provider
Q: which of the following is an example of unintentional tort?1. false imprisonment2 battery3 negligence
Answer: 3 negligence
Q: when obtaining written content for a procedure to be performed by someone else, the nurses signature confirms which of the following? select all that apply-The client appears competent to agree to the procedure-The client understands the risks of the procedure-The client has been notified of alternatives to the procedure-The client consents voluntarily to the procedure-The family supports the clients decision to have the procedure
Answer: -The client appears competent to agree to the procedure-The client consents voluntarily to the procedure
Q: A nurse acting to accomplish goals in an efficient manner with other people is fulfilling which of the following roles?1 change agent2 manager3 educator
Answer: 2 manager
Q: which of the following professional associations established the Code of Ethics, Social Policy Statement and Scope and Standards of Practice?1. american association of colleges of nursing2 American nurses association3 national league for nursing
Answer: 2 American nurses association
Q: which of the following defines nursing scope of practice in each state?1 nurse practice acts2 American nursing association3 department of health and human services
Answer: 1 nurse practice acts
Q: participation in health policy development and the political process is a significant part of which of the following nursing roles1 manager2 collaborator3 advocate
Answer: 3 advocate
Q: which of the following makes it acceptable to report confidential client information if abuse, neglect, or exploitation is suspected?1 patient self determination act2 health insurance portability and accountability act3 Americans with disability act
Answer: 2 health insurance portability and accountability act
Q: A mentor is assisting a new graduate nurse Develop strategies to transition successfully from Student to professional nurse. The mentor should intervene if the new nurse incorporates which of the following strategies?1 Evaluates a growth by comparing progress with peers2 actively participates in profesional nursing association activties3 utilizes resources available through the employing facility
Answer: Evaluates a growth by comparing progress with peers
Q: According to Patricia Benner, a novice nurse demonstrates which of the following behavior?1 intuition2 improved decision making3 inflexibility
Answer: 3 inflexibility
Q: Which of the following is a characteristic of a mentor?1 formally assigned by the nurse manager2. assists protege in professional development3. orients new graduates to a specific work environment
Answer: 2. assists protege in professional development
Q: A nurse is engaged as a mentor for a new graduate nurse. Which of the following actions by the mentor is characteristics of a role of a coach1 provides support on personal issues2 expands the proteges network of contacts3. Shares ideas and provides feedback
Answer: 3. Shares ideas and provides feedback
Q: A nurse is working as a member of an inter-professional team. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?1. plan client care based on the nursing perspective2 separate client goals by discipline3 use assertive communication
Answer: 3 use assertive communication
Q: According to Patricia Benner, which of the following is a characteristic of the advanced beginner nurse? select all that apply-Anticipates outcomes based on experience-Provides efficient and organized care-Performs at an acceptable level-Exhibits a high level of proficiency-Bases actions on principles and experience
Answer: -Performs at an acceptable level-Bases actions on principles and experience
Q: Which of the following is an evidence-based documentation tool for effective communication between health care professionals?1. core measures2. charting by exception3. clinical pathway
Answer: 3. clinical pathway
Q: Which of the following will assist the new graduate nurse with the development of knowledge & skills necessary for the nursing role?1. mentor2. collaborator3. preceptor
Answer: 3. preceptor
Q: Which of the following is a component of biculturalism?1. following a single value system2. evaluation of personal values3. development of professional identity
Answer: 2. evaluation of personal values
Q: Which of the following is a characteristic associated with Kramer’s honeymoon phase of reality?1 complacency2 excitement3 fear
Answer: 2 excitement
Q: which of the following resources provides guidance on the legal responsibilities of nurses to clients and society
Answer: code of ethics for nurses
Q: which of the following is responsible for authorizing the practice of nursing
Answer: state board of nursing