NSG5000 Role of the Advanced Practice Nurse
Week 3 Knowledge Check
Question 1 (1 point)
A Nurse Practitioner has an upcoming interview with a hospital. What is the most essential step for him or her to take to prepare?
Question 1 options:
The NP should review readings from previous courses and examine updated publications from professional organizations.
The NP should reach out to current employees of the hospital in her network to request tips for succeeding during the interview.
The NP should make sure to locate appropriate dress and proof of identification to bring to the interview
The NP should gather information about the hospital’s services and patient population to assess whether they are a good fit or not and demonstrate basic organizational knowledge.
Question 1 (1 point)
A Nurse Practitioner has an upcoming interview with a hospital. What is the most essential step for him or her to take to prepare?
Question 1 options:
The NP should review readings from previous courses and examine updated publications from professional organizations.
The NP should reach out to current employees of the hospital in her network to request tips for succeeding during the interview.
The NP should make sure to locate appropriate dress and proof of identification to bring to the interview
The NP should gather information about the hospital’s services and patient population to assess whether they are a good fit or not and demonstrate basic organizational knowledge.
Question 3
Which instance represents appropriate patient-centered consultation between a Nurse Practitioner and a physician from another practice?
Question 3 options:
The NP might seek a second opinion to confirm a diagnosis or proper treatment, especially if he or she has limited experience with the presented health issue.
The NP may need assistance in writing prescriptions for certain narcotic drugs, depending on current compliance regulations.
The NP might be seeking access to additional clinical studies not available in his or her practice
The NP might consult with the physician in order to network for future job prospects.
Question 4
The nurse practitioner has been assigned as a team leader on a project with physicians, physical therapists, and psychologist. Which of the following scenarios illustrates barriers to effective collaboration with a role-diverse medical team?
Question 4 options:
The Nurse Practitioner has difficulty contacting certain key members of the team and is concerned that he or she may be “stepping on toes” due to blurring of responsibilities.
Nurse Practitioners tend to have difficulty achieving a leadership role in a role-diverse team.
The Nurse Practitioner cannot find time to prioritize collaboration with team members in other departments
A role-diverse team may have difficulties in speaking a common medical language to discuss goals.
Question 5
What is one major reason that registered nurses face stressors in the transition to the role of Nurse Practitioner?
Question 5 options:
The NP may want to work in a more private work environment than the public health sector
The NP may be confused about the roles’ distinctions, with the added stress of new curriculum and peers.
The NP may be confused about who his or her supervisor is in this transition.
The NP may dislike his or her new location of work and look for a clinic that is comparable to his or her former place of work.
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