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ANCC NPD-BC Exam Questions

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81.

A nursing team is attempting to reduce Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections (CAUTIs) by implementing evidence-based practices. Which of the following measures should be prioritized to translate research into practice effectively?

  • A mechanism for providing immediate feedback to nurses on their adherence to CAUTI prevention protocols.

  • Annual training sessions on CAUTI prevention.

  • Periodic review of CAUTI rates during staff meetings.

  • Distribution of printed guidelines on CAUTI prevention.

Correct answer: A mechanism for providing immediate feedback to nurses on their adherence to CAUTI prevention protocols.

Immediate feedback is a powerful tool for reinforcing learning and correcting practices in real time, directly impacting behavior change and protocol adherence.

While important, annual training may not be frequent enough to address immediate learning needs or changes in practice. Although reviewing rates is useful for tracking progress, it does not directly impact individual practice behaviors as much as providing immediate feedback. The distribution of guidelines is a passive approach and less effective in changing behavior compared to active feedback mechanisms.

82.

In response to staff feedback regarding work-life balance, a nurse leader practicing democratic leadership is most likely to do which of the following?

  • Organize a series of meetings to collaboratively develop solutions.

  • Implement a standard work-life balance policy that is flexible and allows for a high level of autonomy.

  • Ask the human resources department to devise a work-life balance policy and implement it immediately.

  • Create a work-life balance policy based on what the leader believes would be best for the unit as a whole.

Correct answer: Organize a series of meetings to collaboratively develop solutions.

Democratic leadership involves actively seeking and valuing staff input, discussing issues collaboratively, and developing solutions as a group, particularly for matters like work-life balance that directly affect the team.

Implementing a standard policy without team input does not engage the collaborative and participatory nature of democratic leadership, even if the policy promotes autonomy and flexibility. Instructing a department to devise and implement a policy without staff input is more in line with an authoritarian leadership approach, not a democratic one. Creating and implementing a policy based on the leader's personal stance without consulting the team does not reflect the inclusive and participatory approach of democratic leadership.

83.

In designing a nursing professional development activity focused on improving patient outcomes in a cardiac care unit, which data source should be prioritized?

  • National benchmarks on cardiac care outcomes.

  • Nursing satisfaction surveys.

  • Financial performance reports of the cardiac care unit.

  • Feedback from a recent patient satisfaction survey specifically in the cardiac care unit.

Correct answer: National benchmarks on cardiac care outcomes.

National benchmarks provide a standard of excellence and specific outcomes to aim for in cardiac care, making this the most relevant and direct measure to improve patient outcomes. This data source should be combined with empirical data relating to outcomes in the cardiac care unit.

Nursing satisfaction surveys are important for staff morale but will not directly inform patient care improvements in cardiac care. Financial performance reports are important for operational success but do not provide direct insights into clinical care quality or patient outcomes. While patient satisfaction is important they do not provide empirical data relating to outcomes. National benchmarks on cardiac care outcomes offer a more comprehensive standard for clinical improvements.

84.

A clinical nurse specialist is designing a CE-accredited course on patient safety. Which of the following actions best ensures that the course content aligns with the standards for continuing education credits?

  • Incorporating evidence-based practices and recent research findings.

  • Using patient safety incident statistics from the last 10 years.

  • Providing a detailed biography of all the speakers involved in the course.

  • Ensuring the course is accessible to all nursing staff, regardless of their department.

Correct answer: Incorporating evidence-based practices and recent research findings.

Incorporating evidence-based practices and recent research findings ensures the course content is current, relevant, and meets the professional and educational standards required for Continuing Education (CE) credits.

While using statistics can be helpful, they need to be complemented with current educational content and strategies to meet CE standards. Speaker biographies are important but secondary to the relevance and quality of the educational content. Accessibility is important for inclusivity but does not directly pertain to the educational content's alignment with CE credit standards.

85.

Which strategy best demonstrates effective management of human resources in a professional development program for nurses?

  • Delegating tasks based on individual team members' strengths and expertise.

  • Assigning all tasks to the most experienced staff member to ensure quality.

  • Hiring external consultants for the design of the program.

  • Limiting participation to reduce the workload.

Correct answer: Delegating tasks based on individual team members' strengths and expertise.

Effective delegation enhances team engagement and program quality by leveraging diverse skills and expertise, making it the most effective strategy.

Relying on a single staff member can lead to burnout and may not utilize the full range of team capabilities. Hiring external consultants can be costly and may not build internal capacity. Limiting participation may reduce the program's impact and effectiveness.

86.

Which teaching method is most appropriate for educating patients about managing a new diagnosis of diabetes?

  • One-on-one demonstration and return demonstration

  • Lecture in a large group setting

  • Online self-paced modules

  • Written pamphlets and brochures

Correct answer: One-on-one demonstration and return demonstration

One-on-one teaching with demonstration and return demonstration allows for personalized instruction, immediate feedback, and assessment of the patient's skill and understanding, all of which are crucial for diabetes management.

Lectures in large groups are not personalized and may not address individual patient concerns or allow hands-on practice. Online modules provide flexibility but lack the personal interaction and immediate feedback necessary for learning practical skills like insulin administration. Written materials are supportive but insufficient for teaching practical skills and ensuring comprehension.

87.

In the face of a sudden increase in patient admissions, a nurse leader practicing democratic leadership is most likely to do which of the following?

  • Hold a team meeting to discuss the situation, gather input from all members on how to manage the influx, and develop a plan based on the team's collective input.

  • Quickly devise a plan to manage the increase and instruct the team on their specific roles and tasks.

  • Delegate the task of managing the increase in admissions to a small group of the most experienced team members.

  • Seek input to develop a plan from a group of stakeholders that includes patients, nurses, ancillary staff, and physicians.

Correct answer: Hold a team meeting to discuss the situation, gather input from all members on how to manage the influx, and develop a plan based on the team's collective input.

Democratic leadership is characterized by involving team members in decision-making processes, especially in situations requiring a collective effort, like managing a sudden increase in patient admissions.

Devising a plan alone and instructing the team without their input aligns more with an authoritarian leadership style, not a democratic one. Delegating the entire task to a small group of team members does not facilitate the collaborative decision-making process inherent in democratic leadership as well as including the entire team. While democratic leadership is characterized by involving team members in decision-making, involving a group that involves patients and staff not directly involved in the plan would be more likely to be ineffective, and this approach would not be likely to be used by any nurse leader regardless of the leadership style used.

88.

During a routine audit of nursing documentation, it is noted that a nurse frequently fails to record the administration of medications, including the time and dosage given. What is the most likely consequence of this practice?

  • Potential for medication errors and legal issues due to lack of accurate records.

  • Decreased efficiency in the nurse’s workflow due to incomplete information.

  • Enhanced patient trust in the nursing staff due to a perceived focus on care rather than documentation.

  • Reduced risk of legal liability since fewer records mean fewer chances for documentation errors and less information that can be used against the nurse.

Correct answer: Potential for medication errors and legal issues due to lack of accurate records.

Inadequate documentation, especially regarding medication administration, increases the risk of medication errors and can lead to legal consequences due to the inability to verify proper care.

While less time spent on documentation might affect efficiency, the lack of accurate records more significantly compromises patient safety and legal compliance. Patient trust is more likely to be undermined by inadequate documentation, as it may result in care inconsistencies and errors that compromise safety. In reality, incomplete documentation increases legal liability for healthcare facilities by failing to provide evidence of appropriate care and adherence to protocols.

89.

A public health nurse is planning a social media campaign to promote vaccination in a community with low vaccination rates. What is the most effective strategy for this campaign?

  • Share statistics from reputable sources about the benefits and safety of vaccines.

  • Directly and strongly confront and challenge anti-vaccination views.

  • Post anonymous patient stories of those adversely affected by not vaccinating.

  • Engage in public debates with individuals who post anti-vaccination comments to champion evidence-based practice.

Correct answer: Share statistics from reputable sources about the benefits and safety of vaccines.

Sharing credible, evidence-based information helps educate the community and can influence perceptions positively by addressing concerns and highlighting benefits.

Aggressive language can alienate the audience and may reinforce their existing beliefs rather than change them. While patient stories can be compelling, sharing them anonymously could raise questions about their authenticity and might not be as effective without the proper context or consent. Public debates can escalate and become counterproductive, often serving to entrench individuals in their views rather than persuading them to reconsider.

90.

A nursing department is focusing on improving adherence to hand hygiene protocols. Which of the following is the most effective method for translating the latest research findings into practice?

  • Implementing a hand hygiene champion program where selected nurses model and promote compliance.

  • Emailing staff monthly updates on hand hygiene research.

  • Posting hand hygiene research findings on bulletin boards throughout the nursing units.

  • Conducting an annual seminar on hand hygiene best practices.

Correct answer: Implementing a hand hygiene champion program where selected nurses model and promote compliance.

A champion program creates peer leaders who actively promote and model best practices, facilitating behavior change through social influence and ongoing support.

Email updates are informative but may not actively engage staff or change behavior. While potentially effective, bulletin boards are a passive method of communication and less likely to change behavior than a more engaging approach. An annual seminar provides education but lacks the continuous reinforcement needed to change and maintain new behaviors.

91.

When analyzing data for a nursing unit, which indicator would best reflect the quality of nursing care provided?

  • Rates of hospital-acquired infections.

  • The number of near-misses reported to risk management.

  • Total hospital revenue for the quarter.

  • The patient census.

Correct answer: Rates of hospital-acquired infections.

Rates of hospital-acquired infections are directly influenced by the quality of nursing care, such as adherence to infection control practices.

The number of near-misses reported to risk management may reflect nurses' engagement with quality improvement but is not a direct measurement of the quality of nursing care. Total hospital revenue reflects financial performance, not the quality of care. Patient census is not directly related to the quality of care.

92.

In an Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) course, the nurse educator wants to improve the nurses' ability to make quick decisions in critical situations. Which of the following teaching strategies would best achieve this objective?

  • A simulation of a cardiac arrest scenario where nurses must quickly assess and act.

  • A lecture on the latest ACLS guidelines.

  • A multiple-choice quiz on cardiac drugs and dosages.

  • A discussion on case studies of past cardiac arrest incidents.

Correct answer: A simulation of a cardiac arrest scenario where nurses must quickly assess and act.

Simulations create a realistic environment where nurses must evaluate situations, make decisions, and act quickly, directly assessing their ability to perform under pressure.

Lectures provide information but do not simulate the pressure of real-life decision-making in critical situations. Quizzes test knowledge recall but do not replicate the immediacy and complexity of real-life scenarios. Discussions on past cases can be insightful but do not require real-time evaluation and decision-making.

93.

A nurse leader faces a situation where the best interest of a patient conflicts with the hospital's policy. Which leadership competency should primarily be utilized to address this situation?

  • Ethical decision making

  • Financial acumen

  • Technological proficiency

  • Time management

Correct answer: Ethical decision making

Ethical decision making is crucial when facing dilemmas where care decisions conflict with policies, ensuring patient-centered care while considering ethical implications.

Financial considerations, while important, are not the primary concern in situations involving patient care ethics. Technology is not the central issue in this scenario. Time management, though valuable, is not the competency that addresses ethical dilemmas.

94.

A nurse educator wants to evaluate the effectiveness of a new clinical training program. Which tool would be most useful for creating a pre-test and post-test to measure learning outcomes?

  • Digital survey tool

  • Spreadsheet

  • Printed forms

  • Email

Correct answer: Digital survey tool

Digital survey tools allow for the creation of tests, the distribution to participants, and the automatic collection and analysis of responses.

While helpful for analyzing data, spreadsheets are not designed for test creation or distribution. Printed forms are an acceptable medium for providing tests but they do not offer the ability to easily distribute and analyze responses. Email can distribute tests but cannot analyze results efficiently.

95.

A patient in a mental health unit has exhibited increasingly aggressive behavior. What is the most appropriate risk management strategy to address this situation?

  • Assess the patient's behavior, triggers, and medication to identify and address underlying causes.

  • Place the patient in seclusion immediately to prevent harm to others.

  • Increase medication dosages without further assessment to manage aggression.

  • Provide staff education on how to safely meet the needs of patients with aggressive behavior.

Correct answer: Assess the patient's behavior, triggers, and medication to identify and address underlying causes.

A comprehensive assessment allows for a targeted intervention that addresses the root causes of aggression, aligning with best practices in risk management and patient care.

Seclusion may be necessary in extreme situations, but it should not be the first step without assessment. Medication changes should be based on assessment and clinical judgment, not as a blanket solution to aggression. Staff education is a good intervention for addressing a pattern of problems or needs of the unit but is not as likely to be a good intervention for a specific situation unless there is a clear indicator it is necessary.

96.

When integrating role-playing into a continuing education program for experienced nurses focusing on advanced cardiac life support, what is most important for the nurse educator to consider?

  • The prior experiences and expertise of the participating nurses.

  • The availability of advanced technological simulation equipment.

  • Keeping the scenarios simple and straightforward.

  • The time it takes to set up and break down the role-playing scenario.

Correct answer: The prior experiences and expertise of the participating nurses.

Recognizing and integrating the nurses' prior experiences and expertise can best enhance engagement and the relevance of the learning experience.

While useful, technology should not be the primary consideration. Advanced cardiac life support requires complex, not simple scenarios to truly test and expand the nurses' skills. Time management is important but is typically a secondary consideration compared to the educational quality of the scenarios.

97.

Which of the following is an example of applying evidence-based practice in a clinical setting?

  • A nurse leader implements a new staffing model based on the outcomes of recent studies.

  • A nurse uses her intuition and experience to correctly adjust a patient's medication dosage.

  • A nurse continues to use a traditional wound care method that has been successfully used for the past several years.

  • A nurse chooses a treatment based on the preference of the patient's family.

Correct answer: A nurse leader implements a new staffing model based on the outcomes of recent studies.

Implementing changes based on research findings is a core aspect of evidence-based practice.

Relying solely on intuition or experience does not align with the principles of evidence-based practice. Adherence to tradition without considering current evidence does not reflect evidence-based practice. While patient and family preferences are important, decisions should primarily be informed by the best available evidence.

98.

A nurse leader is implementing the team nursing model in her medical-surgical unit. Which principle is most important to emphasize to her team to ensure the success of this model?

  • Collaborative care interventions

  • Hierarchical communication

  • Individual accountability

  • Independent nursing interventions

Correct answer: Collaborative care interventions

Collaborative care interventions are essential in team nursing to ensure coordinated efforts and comprehensive care, reflecting the model's emphasis on teamwork and shared responsibility.

While a clear communication hierarchy is important, the hierarchical structure is not the primary focus of team nursing; collaboration and teamwork are. While individuals are accountable for their tasks, team nursing emphasizes collective responsibility and teamwork. Team nursing focuses on collaborative practice rather than independent actions; care is provided through collective competence and shared knowledge.

99.

A nursing educator is using role-playing to teach communication skills to nursing students. Which of the following approaches would best facilitate reflective learning?

  • Allowing students to watch a video of their role-play performance.

  • Providing a detailed critique of each student's performance.

  • Encouraging students to focus on remembering what they did well.

  • Focusing solely on non-verbal communication skills during the role-play.

Correct answer: Allowing students to watch a video of their role-play performance.

Watching oneself can lead to self-assessment and reflection, enhancing the learning experience.

While critique is important, too much focus on criticism can be discouraging and may not promote self-reflection. Additionally, a critique by the instructor does not facilitate reflective learning as well as providing an opportunity for the students to critique themselves. Reflective learning involves considering both strengths and areas for improvement, not just the positive. Non-verbal skills are important, but focusing solely on them neglects other crucial aspects of communication.

100.

For a literature review on the effectiveness of continuous versus intermittent enteral feeding in critically ill patients, which of the following steps should be taken first?

  • Identifying keywords and synonyms related to enteral feeding.

  • Selecting databases that specialize in nutrition and critical care.

  • Reviewing meta-analyses and systematic reviews on the topic.

  • Contacting experts in the field for unpublished data.

Correct answer: Identifying keywords and synonyms related to enteral feeding.

The first step in conducting an efficient literature search is to identify relevant keywords and synonyms, ensuring a comprehensive search that captures all relevant studies on the topic.

While selecting appropriate databases is crucial, it should follow the initial step of identifying keywords to know what terms to search for within those databases. Reviewing existing reviews is important but comes after an initial search strategy is developed to ensure that the review is thorough and captures all relevant literature. Contacting experts can provide valuable insights and potentially unpublished data, but this is more appropriate after an initial literature search has identified gaps or areas for further exploration.

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