ATI LPN
Study Guide for Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections & Skills
Chapter 20 : Admission, Transfer, and Discharge Questions
Question 1 of 5
Simple things that you may do to reduce separation anxiety in a child include
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: Encouraging parental presence and familiar items helps reduce a child's anxiety by providing comfort and continuity. Arranging meals for parents is not typically a direct intervention for the child's anxiety.
Question 2 of 5
Ways to reduce separation anxiety in an older adult might include which of the following?
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Clear explanations, reassurance, and family presence help alleviate anxiety in older adults. Restrictive visiting hours may increase anxiety, so option B is incorrect.
Question 3 of 5
An RN must assess each patient upon admission to health-care facilities. The source of this requirement is
Correct Answer: A,C
Rationale: The Nurse Practice Act and The Joint Commission set standards requiring RNs to perform initial assessments. Facility policies may reinforce this, but the primary sources are A and C.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following statements is(are) accurate regarding the delegation of admission assessment duties?
Correct Answer: B,D
Rationale: LPNs/LVNs can perform parts of the assessment under RN supervision, and unlicensed personnel can measure vital signs, weight, and height. The entire assessment cannot be delegated to LPNs/LVNs, and RNs must perform key components.
Question 5 of 5
Objective components of an initial assessment database would include some, but not all, of the following. Which components would not be considered objective?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pain is subjective as it relies on patient self-reporting. All other options are measurable and observable, making them objective.