Nursing Test Questions and Answers
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Defining Nursing - Answer-the diagnosis and treatment of human responses to actual or
potential health problems.
RNs represent - Answer-RNs represent the largest group of healthcare providers in the US
-More than 3 million individuals
-2004: 85% a...
APNs: nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist, certified nurse-midwife, and certified
registered nurse anesthetis
Hospital-based nursing - Answer✔✔-Primary work-site for nurses
Numerous opportunities available (med-surg, ICU, pediatrics, obstetrics, psychiatric)
Educational requirements range from diploma and associate degrees to doctoral degrees
depending on the position
Community health nursing - Answer✔✔-Initially created by Lillian Wald when she established
the Henry Street Settlement in NYC
Now a broad field encompassing both public health nursing and home health nursing
Variety of work settings—ambulatory clinics, health departments, hospices, home health care
Occupational health nursing - Answer✔✔-Hired by large companies
Provide basic health care services, health education, screenings, and emergency treatment to
employees at the worksite
Recommended that nurses in these positions hold a baccalaureate degree
Have responsibility to identify health risks to the entire work environment
Need a working knowledge of governmental regulations
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Ensure that company is following regulations
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