ATI RN
Ethics and Issues in Contemporary Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
The practice of public health nursing and the Henry Street Settlement are credited to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Lillian Wald. Lillian Wald is credited with founding the Henry Street Settlement in New York City in 1893, which pioneered the practice of public health nursing in the United States. She emphasized the importance of providing healthcare services to underserved populations in their own communities. Mary Breckenridge, known for establishing the Frontier Nursing Service, is not associated with the Henry Street Settlement. Mary Seacole was a British-Jamaican nurse known for her work during the Crimean War, not for public health nursing in the US. Clara Barton is known for founding the American Red Cross, not the Henry Street Settlement.
Therefore, the correct answer is D, Lillian Wald.
Question 2 of 5
A client asks the nurse, "Can you explain Medicare, an amendment to the Social Security Act?" The nurse responds that Medicare:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because Medicare is a federal health insurance program that primarily covers individuals aged 65 and older, those with end-stage renal disease, and individuals with permanent disabilities. This answer aligns with the original intent and purpose of Medicare as established by the Social Security Act amendment.
Explanation:
1. Medicare was established to provide health insurance for specific groups, including individuals aged 65 and older, those with end-stage renal disease, and individuals with permanent disabilities.
2. The program was not designed to lead to hospital closings or decrease nursing care, as stated in choice A.
3.
Choice B is incorrect because Medicare does not specifically target younger adults or children with catastrophic illnesses.
4.
Choice C is incorrect because while Medicare may cover preventive care for certain populations, its primary focus is on providing insurance for specific age groups and individuals with specific health conditions.
Question 3 of 5
A prospective nursing student who researches universities that offer a baccalaureate degree in nursing would want to ensure that the program is accredited by the:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). This accreditation ensures the nursing program meets national standards for quality and effectiveness. CCNE evaluates curriculum, faculty qualifications, student outcomes, and more. The American Nurses Association (
A) is a professional organization, not an accrediting body. The National Institutes of Health (
C) focuses on biomedical research, not nursing education accreditation. The National Nursing Council (
D) is a fictitious organization and does not accredit nursing programs. In summary, choosing an accredited program by CCNE ensures the nursing student receives a quality education that meets national standards.
Question 4 of 5
What uniquely twenty-first century issue challenges today's professional nurse. (select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Caring for an aging population. This is a uniquely twenty-first-century issue as advancements in healthcare have increased life expectancy, leading to a larger elderly population with complex healthcare needs. Nurses must adapt their skills and knowledge to provide specialized care for this demographic.
B: Increased patient acuity is a common challenge but not unique to the twenty-first century. Nurses have always dealt with varying levels of patient acuity.
C: Access to health care services is an ongoing issue that has been prevalent for many years, not specifically unique to the twenty-first century.
D: Expanding technology is also a significant challenge for nurses in the modern era, but it is not uniquely a twenty-first-century issue as technology has been advancing for decades.
Question 5 of 5
Which nurse died after deliberately acquiring two bites from yellow fever carrier mosquitoes to enable her to provide care to soldiers with yellow fever during the Spanish-American War?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Clara Maas. Clara Maas died after deliberately acquiring two bites from yellow fever carrier mosquitoes to provide care during the Spanish-American War. This is correct because Clara Maas was a real historical figure known for her selfless dedication to nursing and her sacrifice to help others. Florence Nightingale (
A) is renowned for her work in nursing during the Crimean War, but she did not die from acquiring yellow fever. Margaret Hoolihan (
B) and Sairy Gamp (
D) are fictional characters and not relevant to the historical context of the Spanish-American War.