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Contemporary Ethical Issues in Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
Nursing in the 1990s was characterized by:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: a focus on preventable diseases. In the 1990s, nursing shifted towards preventative care due to the rise in chronic diseases. Nurses focused on educating patients on disease prevention strategies and promoting healthy lifestyles. This shift was in response to the increasing healthcare costs associated with treating preventable illnesses. A: Men leaving nursing to enter the armed services is irrelevant to the characterization of nursing in the 1990s. B: Traditional 8-hour shifts leading to nurse burnout and compassion fatigue may have been a challenge in the 1990s, but it does not characterize the entire nursing profession during that time. D: There was actually an increase in nursing research during the 1990s, so this choice is incorrect.
Question 2 of 5
A bronze statue of a nurse in battle fatigues who is obviously exhausted but demonstrates caring by holding a soldier's head is an artistic representation of nurses who served in which war?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: World War II. This statue represents the iconic image of a nurse caring for a soldier during WWII. Nurses played a crucial role in providing medical care and support during the war, often under extreme conditions. The exhausted yet caring portrayal of the nurse holding the soldier's head captures the compassion and dedication of nurses during WWII. Explanation for other choices: A: World War I - While nurses also served valiantly in WWI, the imagery of this statue is more closely associated with WWII. C: Spanish-American War - Nurses did serve in this war, but the statue's depiction aligns more with the context of WWII. D: Vietnam War - The statue's portrayal does not align with the historical context or imagery commonly associated with nurses in the Vietnam War.
Question 3 of 5
Although the media portrayed nursing in a negative light in M*A*S*H through the character of a promiscuous, uncaring nurse, it also provided Americans with a promising glimpse of:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because the media in M*A*S*H showed how nurses coped with the horrors of war through humor, highlighting their resilience and adaptability. This is a positive portrayal of nurses as capable and strong individuals. Choices A and B are incorrect as they misrepresent the values and professionalism of nurses. Choice A promotes negative stereotypes, while choice B undermines the importance of compassion in nursing. Choice D is incorrect as the show primarily focused on female nurses, not male nurses.
Question 4 of 5
A registered nurse is on break and checking e-mails. One e-mail contains a picture of a celebrity who is a patient in the hospital, and on the same floor, where the nurse works. Included with the photo is a message, "check out my Facebook," which contains additional photographs of the patient. The nurse immediately deletes the picture to prevent having to report the "friend" to supervisors. Based on the action of the nurse who received the message, which statement is correct?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C. The nurse is at risk for discipline because failing to report the receipt of the message demonstrates poor ethical and legal role-modeling. By deleting the photo and not reporting the incident, the nurse is not upholding patient confidentiality and is potentially violating privacy laws. Sharing patient information, even if the patient is on the same floor, is unethical and illegal. Choices A and B are incorrect because simply deleting the photos does not absolve the nurse from potential consequences, and not being the sender does not excuse the nurse from being responsible for maintaining patient confidentiality. Choice D is incorrect because sharing patient information without authorization is a violation of ethical and legal standards.
Question 5 of 5
According to current data related to the nursing shortage: (select all that apply)
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rationale for Answer D: The correct answer is D because the statement aligns with current data indicating a strong demand for nurses leading to ample job opportunities. This information is supported by various reports and studies highlighting the ongoing nursing shortage and the need for more healthcare professionals. Employment opportunities for nurses are indeed robust, with job growth projected to continue in the coming years due to factors like an aging population and increasing healthcare needs. Summary of Other Choices: A: Salaries of nurses being competitive with other professionals like teachers may vary depending on location and specialty, but it is not a direct indicator of the nursing shortage. B: The percentage of minority nurses is not directly related to the nursing shortage issue, making this statement irrelevant to the current data on the shortage. C: Job satisfaction and reasons for leaving the nursing profession may include various factors, but fear of contracting diseases is not a primary reason cited in current data on the nursing shortage.