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PNUR 114 Final Exam Questions And AnswersWHAT IS CARING? - ANS Concerned with human relationships. It is linked with healing
and enhances dignity, compassions, empathy. Caring allows the nurse to be a learner,
teacher, or practitioner to understand and act on concerns and issues of their clients
and view them as a whole spiritually, physically, and emotionally. It is an expression of
reverence for the basic value and dignity of another human being.
What is an LPN? ANSWER A nurse who studies from the same body of knowledge as
RNs and RPNs. The LPN practices founded on foundational knowledge, critical thinking,
critical inquiry and clinical judgment.
PN Program Philosophy? - ANSWER Caring is considered a central concept. Practical
nurses promote client involvement in care planning and decision-making, and are aware
of the client's distinct biological, psychosocial, spiritual, cultural and environmental
complexity. PNs care for client across the lifespan, providing safe, knowledgable, and
integrated care through critical thinking and clinical judgment
PN program philosophy: Integrative - ANSWER The practical nurse is integral in the
assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation and documentation of nursing
care. Promotes, supports, advocates for pt self-determination to achieve optimum
health outcomes. Foundation of PN is defined by relevant law, scope of practice, code of
ethics, and entry-level competencies
PN program philosophy: Professional - ANSWER PN practice collaboratively, respecting
shared and unique competencies of members of health care team. code of ethics
provides direction to PN to uphold highest standard of care. PN maintains autonomy
with in scope of practice and is legally accountable to client, employer, profession.
Demonstrates self-reflective approach, leadership while fostering continued growth
PN program philosophy: knowledgeable - ANSWER PN utilize critical thinking to guide
the formulation of clinical decisions, based on evidence-informed practice. Utilize
systemic approach when applying the nursing process and delivery of care while
respecting diversity. Active participants in health promotion, illness prevention,
,reduction of harm, risk management activities. Are knowledgeable about trends and
issues that impact client, healthcare system & team.
Philosophy of the PN program: competent - ANSWER PN integrate knowledge, skills,
behaviours, attitudes, critical thinking and clinical judgement expected of an entry-level
PN to provide safe, competent, and ethical care. Care for pt through lifespan and are
responsible for providing care while developing and maintaining therapeutic
nurse-client relationship. Holistic, comprehensive and specific nursing assessments to
achieve agreed health outcomes.
Philosophy of PN program : client centred - ANSWER PN promote and assist clients in
identifying actual and potential health goals and outcomes, assist clients to assume
responsibility for their health, involve clients in formulating and prioritizing their plan of
care, and inform and refer to resources. PN provide care that affirms respects and
supports cultural expression by others
what is a mission statement? - ANSWER it defines the organizations purpose and
outlines what it does, who it is done for, and how it is accomplished
what is an organizations philosophy? - ANSWER An organization's system of beliefs that
determine how a purpose or mission is to be achieved. States beliefs, concepts, and
principles.
what is the legal responsibility of BCCNP? - ANSWER The legal responsibility of BCCNPs
is the protection of the public through the regulation of nursing professionals which
comprises of LPNs, NPs, RNs, RPNs, establishment of standards of practice,
examination of nursing education programs in BC, and investigation of complaints
regarding BCCNP registrants
how does historical perspectives, current trends and issues affect the role of the
practical nurse? - ANSWER Knowledge of historical perspectives informs and inspires a
variety of forms of critical thinking. Knowledge of history is central to involvement in
today's health care innovation and, as such provides important context on emerging
health technologies, health care reform, and transformation in the role of the nurse in
society. Current trends education and awareness for nurses so they can support their
clients health care plan to bring them to wellness
, The Practical Nurse Act provides the legislation that controls education, examination,
registration, and licensure of practical nurses in the province. What year did this Act
pass? - ANSWER 1951
what year did the Practical Nurses Act take effect after being passed? - ANSWER 1965
what year was the Code of Ethics and the Standards of Practice for LPNs in BC
developed? - ANSWER 1992 to 1994
In what year did the CLPNBC be considered a professional regulatory organization and
its registrants, health-care professionals? - ANSWER 1996
In what year was the Nurses (Licensed Practical) Regulation enacted? - ANSWER 2008
What year was the first Canadian school for nurses opened, and in what city - ANSWER
1865 in St. Catharines, Ontario
Who was Florence Nightingale and what did she do? - ANS She was the founder of
modern nursing. She advocated for and elevated the status to a respected occupation.
Established the first school of nursing in 1860.
What are the 4 professional standards? - ANS 1. Responsibility and accountability
2. Competency-based practice
3. Client-focused provision of services
4. Ethical practice
What is the purpose for these practice standards of LPNs? - ANSWER - The professional
standards for LPNs clarify the minimum requirements for LPN practice in any setting or
nursing domain clinical practice, administrations education or research and provide
indicators that BCCNP uses to measure LPN practice in BC
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