ATI LPN
Timby's Introductory Medical-Surgical Nursing Thirteenth, North American Edition
Chapter 6 : Leadership Roles and Management Functions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The manager of the surgical unit is presenting the benefits of a new computer documentation system on reducing the nurse's time documenting, thus increasing the time to care for clients at the bedside. Increasing nurse excitement in the changes within the system is a form of which type of power?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Motivational power refers to the ability to create enthusiasm for a collaborative project or achievement of a common goal. Referent power relates to being in or associating with someone who is in the position of power. Legitimate power is afforded to the management position but is not the best answer for this scenario. Authoritarian power relates to leadership styles.
Question 2 of 5
The LPN is caring for a full nursing assignment and delegates specific duties to the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP). Which nursing action would best assess the competency of the UAP to complete the assignment?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Observing the UAP is the best way for the LPN/LVN to assess the competency of the UAP. All delegates must demonstrate knowledge and competency on how to perform a delegated responsibility. Reviewing the documentation or asking the UAP to explain how the assignment was completed will not demonstrate the UAP's competency. Asking the client if the assignment was completed may confirm its completion but does not address the UAP's competency.
Question 3 of 5
The LPN is assigning clients on a rehabilitation unit. Which of the following nursing actions should the LPN complete prior to assigning any delegated task?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Assessing the client prior to delegation assures the right person, task, and circumstance. The licensed nurse should assess the appropriateness of assignment to meet the skills of the person being delegated to. Completing nursing report provides information about the client, which the assessment phase confirms. Reviewing physician notes provides updated information regarding medical prescriptions. Obtaining feedback on the assignment from CNA provides information on skill level.
Question 4 of 5
The LPN on the clinical unit is discussing client medication administration. The medication nurse states, 'I crushed the medication because the nurse on the prior shift told me to do it.' This statement indicates a lack of which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Accountability means being answerable for one's actions. Following another's actions and using that as a rationale is not being accountable for the action taken. Responsibility is the duty or assignment to a specific task. Management entails assigning functions to meet particular objectives. Leadership provides guidance to achieve common goals.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is planning care for the day for a client with multiple diagnoses. Which of the following criteria should the nurse consider first when setting priorities for the care of the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: When prioritizing, vital signs provide data on maintaining life and are considered first. All other options come after.