ATI LPN
Fundamentals of Nursing: The Art and Science of Person-Centered Care Tenth, North American Edition
Chapter 18 : Implementing Questions
Question 1 of 5
A student is ambulating a patient for the first time after surgery. What would the student do to anticipate and plan for an unexpected outcome?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Asking another student to help anticipates potential complications (e.g., falls) by ensuring additional support is available during ambulation.
Question 2 of 5
Each time a nurse administers an insulin injection to a patient with diabetes, she tells the patient what she is doing and demonstrates each step of preparing and giving the injection. What is the nurse promoting?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: By explaining and demonstrating the injection process, the nurse is teaching the patient how to manage their condition, promoting self-care.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following statements accurately describe a recommended guideline for implementation? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,D,F
Rationale: Recommended guidelines include reassessing the patient (
B), consulting colleagues and literature for better approaches (
D), and ensuring interventions align with standards of care (F). Acting independently without patient input (
A), assuming interventions are the best (
C), or reducing skills (E) are not recommended.
Question 4 of 5
The staff in a long-term care facility often plays loud rock music on the radio and designs childrens games as exercise. What is the staff doing in this situation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Playing loud rock music and using children's games ignores the developmental needs of older adults, as these activities may not align with their preferences or cognitive and physical capabilities.
Question 5 of 5
What characteristic of a competent nurse practitioner enables nurses to be role models for patients?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Good personal health enables nurses to model healthy behaviors, serving as role models for patients in promoting wellness.