Professional Development 1

Question 2

Primary reason for having a nursing license (1265)

Answer 2

Provide legal guidelines to protect the public.

Question 3

Doctor’s orders that require immediate attention (1266)

Answer 3

Stat Orders

Question 4

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

Answer 4

NFLPN - national foundation of licensed practical nursesNAPNES - national association for practical nurse education and services

Question 5

The fastest growing population in the US

Answer 5

85 and older (elderly)

Question 6

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

Answer 6

Provide the next shift with pertinent information about the patient. Identify nursing diagnoses and evaluation of intervention results.

Question 7

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

Answer 7

Situational Leadership

Question 8

What the LVN license permits (1265)

Answer 8

Rendering safe nursing service to the public.

Question 9

The function of taking State Boards is (1267)

Answer 9

Measures student’s entry level competencies.

Question 10

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

Answer 10

To self-medicate for fear and anger.

Question 11

Reason for becoming certified in other areas (1266)

Answer 11

The certifications are designed to increase nursing knowledge and skill.

Question 12

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

Answer 12

Breach of Contract

Question 13

How soon does the interviewer make their decision

Answer 13

30 seconds

Question 14

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

Answer 14

5 hours

Question 15

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

Answer 15

85 - 20585 = (60 + 25)

Question 16

Taking the state license exam then moving to another state

Answer 16

Reciprocity

Question 17

Where can LVNs act as charge nurses (1252)

Answer 17

Longterm care facilities

Question 18

Definition of leadership (1254)

Answer 18

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

Question 19

definition of management (1254)

Answer 19

Delegation of responsibilities; to hand direct.

Question 20

Another term for promotion (1243)

Answer 20

Advancement

Question 21

Types of binding contracts (1242)

Answer 21

Both oral and written contracts.

Question 22

How many people takes to make a contract (1240)

Answer 22

Two or more

Question 23

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

Answer 23

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 24

The evaluation principle (1257)

Answer 24

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

Question 25

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

Answer 25

RN supervision must be available.

Question 26

Definition of delegation (1256)

Answer 26

Leader gives responsibility to mature staff who have demonstrated their competence. Low supportive, low directive.

Question 27

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

Answer 27

Temporary (Staffing) Agency

Question 28

Signs and symptoms of “burn out” (1258)

Answer 28

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

Question 29

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

Answer 29

Written orders

Question 30

Title and regulation for nursing (1249)

Answer 30

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

Question 31

Letter of Application (1238)

Answer 31

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