BSNC 1020 FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS WITH
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
Which of the following is not a type of boundary in the nurse-client relationship according to the
BCCNM?
a) Physical
b) Emotional
c) Financial
d) Spiritual - Correct Answer D
Why are boundaries important in the nurse-client relationship?
a) They help the nurse establish control over the client.
b) They help protect the nurse from legal action.
c) They create a safe and therapeutic environment for the client.
d) They allow the nurse to become more emotionally invested in the client. - Correct Answer C
Which of the following is an example of a boundary violation in the nurse-client relationship?
a) Giving a client a ride home from a session.
b) Discussing a client's progress with their family members.
c) Offering to loan a client money.
d) All of the above. - Correct Answer D
How can a nurse maintain appropriate boundaries with clients who share personal information?
a) Share personal information in return to establish rapport.
b) Reassure the client that their information is confidential and redirect the conversation back to the
therapeutic purpose.
c) Encourage the client to share more to gain a deeper understanding of their situation.
d) Offer advice and solutions to the client based on their personal information. - Correct Answer B
, What are some strategies a nurse can use to establish and maintain clear boundaries with clients?
a) Clarify roles and expectations at the beginning of the therapeutic relationship.
b) Develop a personal relationship with the client to establish trust. c) Blur the lines between
personal and professional life.
d) Keep all communication with the client strictly within the therapeutic context. - Correct Answer A
Which of the following is an example of inappropriate use of a nursing title?
a) A registered nurse refers to themselves as "doctor" when speaking with patients
b) A licensed practical nurse (LPN) signs chart notes as "RN"
c) A nurse practitioner (NP) introduces themselves to patients as "nurse" rather than "doctor"
d) A nursing student wears a badge that reads "Student Nurse Practitioner" - Correct Answer B
Which of the following is a reason why the appropriate use of titles is important in nursing practice?
a) It ensures that nurses are recognized for their professional achievements
b) It helps patients understand the roles and responsibilities of different healthcare professionals
c) It helps nurses establish rapport with patients
d) All of the above - Correct Answer B
Which of the following is a potential consequence of using a nursing title improperly?
a) Loss of employment
b) Disciplinary action by the BCCNM
c) Legal action against the nurse
d) All of the above - Correct Answer D
What is a conflict of interest in nursing practice?
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
Which of the following is not a type of boundary in the nurse-client relationship according to the
BCCNM?
a) Physical
b) Emotional
c) Financial
d) Spiritual - Correct Answer D
Why are boundaries important in the nurse-client relationship?
a) They help the nurse establish control over the client.
b) They help protect the nurse from legal action.
c) They create a safe and therapeutic environment for the client.
d) They allow the nurse to become more emotionally invested in the client. - Correct Answer C
Which of the following is an example of a boundary violation in the nurse-client relationship?
a) Giving a client a ride home from a session.
b) Discussing a client's progress with their family members.
c) Offering to loan a client money.
d) All of the above. - Correct Answer D
How can a nurse maintain appropriate boundaries with clients who share personal information?
a) Share personal information in return to establish rapport.
b) Reassure the client that their information is confidential and redirect the conversation back to the
therapeutic purpose.
c) Encourage the client to share more to gain a deeper understanding of their situation.
d) Offer advice and solutions to the client based on their personal information. - Correct Answer B
, What are some strategies a nurse can use to establish and maintain clear boundaries with clients?
a) Clarify roles and expectations at the beginning of the therapeutic relationship.
b) Develop a personal relationship with the client to establish trust. c) Blur the lines between
personal and professional life.
d) Keep all communication with the client strictly within the therapeutic context. - Correct Answer A
Which of the following is an example of inappropriate use of a nursing title?
a) A registered nurse refers to themselves as "doctor" when speaking with patients
b) A licensed practical nurse (LPN) signs chart notes as "RN"
c) A nurse practitioner (NP) introduces themselves to patients as "nurse" rather than "doctor"
d) A nursing student wears a badge that reads "Student Nurse Practitioner" - Correct Answer B
Which of the following is a reason why the appropriate use of titles is important in nursing practice?
a) It ensures that nurses are recognized for their professional achievements
b) It helps patients understand the roles and responsibilities of different healthcare professionals
c) It helps nurses establish rapport with patients
d) All of the above - Correct Answer B
Which of the following is a potential consequence of using a nursing title improperly?
a) Loss of employment
b) Disciplinary action by the BCCNM
c) Legal action against the nurse
d) All of the above - Correct Answer D
What is a conflict of interest in nursing practice?
