Professional Development 1

Question 1

Primary reason for having a nursing license (1265)

Answer 1

Provide legal guidelines to protect the public.

Question 2

Doctor’s orders that require immediate attention (1266)

Answer 2

Stat Orders

Question 3

Organizations that are totally committed to vocational nursing and continuing education (1245)

Answer 3

NFLPN - national foundation of licensed practical nurses

NAPNES - national association for practical nurse education and services

Question 4

The fastest growing population in the US

Answer 4

85 and older (elderly)

Question 5

What is covered in the ‘end of shit report’ (1263)

Answer 5

Provide the next shift with pertinent information about the patient.

Identify nursing diagnoses and evaluation of intervention results.

Question 6

The type of leadership that “entails the maturity of groups, dependent on the circumstances at hand” (1255)

Answer 6

Situational Leadership

Question 7

What the LVN license permits (1265)

Answer 7

Rendering safe nursing service to the public.

Question 8

The function of taking State Boards is (1267)

Answer 8

Measures student’s entry level competencies.

Question 9

Why would a nurse take to using alcohol or drugs (1267)

Answer 9

To self-medicate for fear and anger.

Question 10

Reason for becoming certified in other areas (1266)

Answer 10

The certifications are designed to increase nursing knowledge and skill.

Question 11

If you don’t do what was in your hiring job description (1242)

Answer 11

Breach of Contract

Question 12

How soon does the interviewer make their decision

Answer 12

30 seconds

Question 13

Maximum time the board allows for taking the NCLEX-PN exam

Answer 13

5 hours

Question 14

Minimum and maximum questions on the state board exam (1248)

Answer 14

85 - 205

85 = (60 + 25)

Question 15

Taking the state license exam then moving to another state

Answer 15

Reciprocity

Question 16

Where can LVNs act as charge nurses (1252)

Answer 16

Longterm care facilities

Question 17

Definition of leadership (1254)

Answer 17

Act of getting other to want to do what you want them to do.

Question 18

definition of management (1254)

Answer 18

Delegation of responsibilities; to hand direct.

Question 19

Another term for promotion (1243)

Answer 19

Advancement

Question 20

Types of binding contracts (1242)

Answer 20

Both oral and written contracts.

Question 21

How many people takes to make a contract (1240)

Answer 21

Two or more

Question 22

As an LVN what do you need to do to become certified in long term care (1246)

Answer 22

NAPNES and NCSBN developed a home study certification program. Obtaining a CLTC (certified in longterm care) after licensure as an LVN with 2000 hours experience.

Question 23

The evaluation principle (1257)

Answer 23

At the end of each day, take time to think about how effectively time was used. Discuss your difficulties with your colleagues.

Question 24

Required for an LVN to work in an ‘in home’ setting (1252)

Answer 24

RN supervision must be available.

Question 25

Definition of delegation (1256)

Answer 25

Leader gives responsibility to mature staff who have demonstrated their competence.

Low supportive, low directive.

Question 26

Organization which gives the LPN opportunity to work in many different facilities (1252)

Answer 26

Temporary (Staffing) Agency

Question 27

Signs and symptoms of “burn out” (1258)

Answer 27

Fatigue, disturbed sleeping and eating habits, decreased energy and sex drive, irritability, hypersensitivity, frustration, negative outlook, forgetfulness, and loss of spirituality.

Question 28

Type of orders least likely to have an error (1267)

Answer 28

Written orders

Question 29

Title and regulation for nursing (1249)

Answer 29

“Nurse Practice Act” - licensing law that defines titles and regulations governing the practice of nursing. Governs the legal scope of practice.

Question 30

Letter of Application (1238)

Answer 30

Its objective is to introduce yourself, announce your interest in employment, briefly state your qualifications, and express your availability.