Which of the following is not a type of boundary in the nurse-client
relationship according to the BCCNM?
a) Physical
b) Emotional
c) Financial
d) Spiritual Answer - D
Why are boundaries important in the nurse-client relationship?
a) They help the nurse establish control over the client.
b) They help protect the nurse from legal action.
c) They create a safe and therapeutic environment for the client.
d) They allow the nurse to become more emotionally invested in the client.
Answer - C
Which of the following is an example of a boundary violation in the nurse-client
relationship?
a) Giving a client a ride home from a session.
b) Discussing a client's progress with their family members.
,c) Offering to loan a client money.
d) All of the above. Answer - D
How can a nurse maintain appropriate boundaries with clients who share
personal information?
a) Share personal information in return to establish rapport.
b) Reassure the client that their information is confidential and redirect the
conversation back to the therapeutic purpose.
c) Encourage the client to share more to gain a deeper understanding of their
situation.
d) Offer advice and solutions to the client based on their personal information.
Answer - B
What are some strategies a nurse can use to establish and maintain clear
boundaries with clients?
a) Clarify roles and expectations at the beginning of the therapeutic
relationship.
b) Develop a personal relationship with the client to establish trust. c) Blur the
lines between personal and professional life.
d) Keep all communication with the client strictly within the therapeutic
context. Answer - A
Which of the following is an example of inappropriate use of a nursing title?
a) A registered nurse refers to themselves as "doctor" when speaking with
patients
b) A licensed practical nurse (LPN) signs chart notes as "RN"
, c) A nurse practitioner (NP) introduces themselves to patients as "nurse" rather
than "doctor"
d) A nursing student wears a badge that reads "Student Nurse Practitioner"
Answer - B
Which of the following is a potential consequence of using a nursing title
improperly?
a) Loss of employment
b) Disciplinary action by the BCCNM
c) Legal action against the nurse
d) All of the above Answer - D
What is a conflict of interest in nursing practice?
a) A situation where a nurse is asked to perform a task outside their scope of
practice
b) A situation where a nurse has a personal interest that could interfere with
their professional obligations
c) A situation where a nurse is unable to provide care due to their own health
concerns
d) A situation where a nurse is not compensated fairly for their work Answer -
B
Which of the following is an example of a conflict of interest in nursing
practice?
a) A nurse refers a patient to a healthcare provider that they own a share in
b) A nurse attends a conference paid for by a pharmaceutical company
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