Question 1

To assist students in identifying the best DNP program to match their needs, Chism recommends that __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  students take hybrid courses 
B)  faculty work with students 
C)  faculty tell students what to do 
D)  students contact the AACN 
A)  students take hybrid courses 
B)  faculty work with students 
C)  faculty tell students what to do 
D)  students contact the AACN B

Question 2

The AACN created a ________ to outline the purpose of a clinical doctorate, along with other elements such as competencies, trends, need, titles, and evaluating other practice doctorates.

Accepted Answer

A)  dean's group 
B)  conference 
C)  clinical group 
D)  task force 
A)  dean's group 
B)  conference 
C)  clinical group 
D)  task force D

Question 3

According to Chism, some nurses (as well as others) were - and still are - not in favor of the DNP program, especially the BSN-to-DNP track. Discuss the concerns, and propose at least two ideas to ameliorate some concerns that were not identified in Chism.
Responses should be one to two paragraphs in length.
Tips: The nurses (as well as others, such as nursing faculty) have several concerns that should be discussed. Various task forces and others have made suggestions to address these concerns. Your suggestions should be different than those discussed in Chism and involve critical thinking.

Accepted Answer

The eight talking points are:
* The rapid expansion of knowledge and complexity of healthcare requires other healthcare professionals to support nurses in increasing their knowledge, skills and education.
* The IOM and other bodies acknowledge that healthcare professions need to modify their education to meet the needs of the rapidly changing system; this includes nurses.
* The National Academy of Sciences recommended a clinical nursing doctorate in 2005; the DNP is a response to that.
* Nursing is following in the footsteps of other healthcare professionals, such as pharmacy and physical therapy, in creating a practice doctorate.
* Previously, advanced nurse practitioners were required to earn a master's degree which had the equivalency in credits compared to a doctorate in other healthcare professions.
* Transition to the DNP will actually support APRNs.
* The title of doctor is not limited to only medical doctors; many other professions hold doctorates. DNPs will be required to carefully explain their credentials.
* Nursing and medicine are distinct in their disciplines; degree programs help professionals in each meet the competencies in their respective fields.
Students will vary in their priorities and their audience. They need to demonstrate critical thinking in explaining their priorities, and how they match their audiences.

Question 4

What is the purpose of the Essentials of Doctoral Education for Advanced Nursing Practice published in 2006 by the AACN?

Accepted Answer

A)  To evaluate the effectiveness of the DNP program and outcomes 
B)  To provide specific guidelines on faculty requirements for new hires 
C)  To serve as a framework to guide development and accreditation for the DNP 
D)  To provide specific guidelines on student entrance requirements to the DNP 
A)  To evaluate the effectiveness of the DNP program and outcomes 
B)  To provide specific guidelines on faculty requirements for new hires 
C)  To serve as a framework to guide development and accreditation for the DNP 
D)  To provide specific guidelines on student entrance requirements to the DNP

Question 5

Due to the increased number of people enrolling in healthcare programs as a result of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, Chism states that concerns have been raised as to ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  how to pay for the new insurance program 
B)  how to accelerate APRN education to meet demands 
C)  whether or not there are enough nurses to meet demands 
D)  whether or not there are enough clinics to meet demands 
A)  how to pay for the new insurance program 
B)  how to accelerate APRN education to meet demands 
C)  whether or not there are enough nurses to meet demands 
D)  whether or not there are enough clinics to meet demands

Question 6

Contrast the DNP scholarly project with a dissertation. What are some of the options for a DNP scholarly project, and how do you understand them? What option might you select for your DNP scholarly project, and why?
Responses should be one to two paragraphs in length.
Tips: There are several options for a scholarly project, and these all differ from a dissertation; do your best to contrast the scholarly project with the dissertation.

Accepted Answer

▪ A dissertation is a research-focused s

Question 7

Describe several methods that could be used to evaluate DNP programs. Then, rank them from most to least important to conduct. Discuss or provide support for your ranking. Responses should be one to two paragraphs in length.
Tips: Methods can be stated broadly or specifically. Ranking will depend on what you choose to emphasize (the focus of the method) and how well you believe they can assess outcomes of the DNP program.

Accepted Answer

▪ Quantitative studies
▪ Quali

Question 8

Although the option of a master's degree exit would benefit BSN-to-DNP students as they would then be able to gain experience, there are ________ DNP programs that offer this strategy.

Accepted Answer

A)  many 
B)  16 
C)  few 
D)  no 
A)  many 
B)  16 
C)  few 
D)  no

Question 9

There are two possible organizations that accredit DNP programs. One is the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and the other is ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  Accreditation for Higher Education 
B)  Accrediting Nursing Programs Organization 
C)  Commission on Accreditation for Nursing Programs 
D)  Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing 
A)  Accreditation for Higher Education 
B)  Accrediting Nursing Programs Organization 
C)  Commission on Accreditation for Nursing Programs 
D)  Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing

Question 10

Of the evaluation studies on DNP programs published so far and noted in Chism, what is the general outcome of these studies?

Accepted Answer

A)  That DNP programs have been effective in providing graduates with the skills needed to meet patient needs using evidence-based practices. 
B)  That DNP programs have not provided graduates with the skills needed to meet patient needs using evidence-based practices. 
C)  That DNP programs have been effective in providing some, but not all, graduates with the skills needed to meet patient needs using evidence-based practices. 
D)  That DNP programs need to make major curricular changes so that the skills needed to meet patient needs using evidence-based practices can be achieved in the future. 
A)  That DNP programs have been effective in providing graduates with the skills needed to meet patient needs using evidence-based practices. 
B)  That DNP programs have not provided graduates with the skills needed to meet patient needs using evidence-based practices. 
C)  That DNP programs have been effective in providing some, but not all, graduates with the skills needed to meet patient needs using evidence-based practices. 
D)  That DNP programs need to make major curricular changes so that the skills needed to meet patient needs using evidence-based practices can be achieved in the future.

To assist students in identifying the best DNP program to match their needs, Chism recommends that __________.

The AACN created a ________ to outline the purpose of a clinical doctorate, along with other elements such as competencies, trends, need, titles, and evaluating other practice doctorates.

What is the purpose of the Essentials of Doctoral Education for Advanced Nursing Practice published in 2006 by the AACN?

Due to the increased number of people enrolling in healthcare programs as a result of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, Chism states that concerns have been raised as to ________.

Although the option of a master's degree exit would benefit BSN-to-DNP students as they would then be able to gain experience, there are ________ DNP programs that offer this strategy.

There are two possible organizations that accredit DNP programs. One is the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and the other is ________.

Of the evaluation studies on DNP programs published so far and noted in Chism, what is the general outcome of these studies?

Leadership, Collaboration, and the DNP Graduate

The DNP Graduate As Expert Clinician

The DNP: Expectations for Theory, Research, and Scholarship

DNP Involvement in Healthcare Policy and Advocacy

The DNP Graduate As Educator

The DNP Graduate As Ethical Consultant

The DNP Graduate As Information Specialist

The Doctor Nurse: Overcoming Title Issues

Why Didnt You Just Become a Doctor Educating Others About the DNP Degree

Shaping Your Brand: Marketing Yourself As a DNP Graduate

Writing for Professional Publication

The Certification Question: Where Are We

Storytelling: The Art of Translating the Essentials Into Practice

The DNP Degree: Past, Current and Future Trends

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Exam 8: The BSN-To-DNP Path: Opportunities and Challenges for DNP Students and Graduates

To assist students in identifying the best DNP program to match their needs, Chism recommends that __________.

The AACN created a ________ to outline the purpose of a clinical doctorate, along with other elements such as competencies, trends, need, titles, and evaluating other practice doctorates.

What is the purpose of the Essentials of Doctoral Education for Advanced Nursing Practice published in 2006 by the AACN?

Due to the increased number of people enrolling in healthcare programs as a result of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, Chism states that concerns have been raised as to ________.

Although the option of a master's degree exit would benefit BSN-to-DNP students as they would then be able to gain experience, there are ________ DNP programs that offer this strategy.

There are two possible organizations that accredit DNP programs. One is the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and the other is ________.

Of the evaluation studies on DNP programs published so far and noted in Chism, what is the general outcome of these studies?

Leadership, Collaboration, and the DNP Graduate

The DNP Graduate As Expert Clinician

The DNP: Expectations for Theory, Research, and Scholarship

DNP Involvement in Healthcare Policy and Advocacy

The DNP Graduate As Educator

The DNP Graduate As Ethical Consultant

The DNP Graduate As Information Specialist

The Doctor Nurse: Overcoming Title Issues

Why Didnt You Just Become a Doctor Educating Others About the DNP Degree

Shaping Your Brand: Marketing Yourself As a DNP Graduate

Writing for Professional Publication

The Certification Question: Where Are We

Storytelling: The Art of Translating the Essentials Into Practice

The DNP Degree: Past, Current and Future Trends

Filters