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ATI Fundamentals Exam Final Questions
Question 1 of 5
A death that occurs under suspicious circumstances should be reported to the
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Coroner. The coroner is responsible for determining the cause of death in cases where it is suspicious or unexpected. They have the authority to investigate such deaths and determine if further action is needed. Reporting to the sheriff (
A) may not ensure proper investigation. The Board of Death (
B) does not exist. While a pathologist (
D) may perform autopsies, they typically rely on information provided by the coroner. Other choices are not relevant. Hence, the coroner is the appropriate authority to report a death under suspicious circumstances to.
Question 2 of 5
When the patient says,I can die happily if I can live long enough to see my first grandchild that will be born next month. The nurse assesses that this patient is experiencing Kübler Ross's stage of:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: bargaining. In Kübler Ross's stages of grief, bargaining is characterized by the individual making deals or promises in an attempt to postpone or prevent death. In this scenario, the patient expresses a desire to live long enough to see their first grandchild, indicating a sense of bargaining to extend their life for this significant event. The other choices are incorrect because there is no indication of anger, denial, or depression in the patient's statement.
Question 3 of 5
The examination of body organs and tissues after death is known as a/an:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: autopsy. An autopsy is the examination of body organs and tissues after death to determine the cause of death. This involves a detailed analysis of the deceased individual's body to identify any abnormalities or injuries.
Choice A (obituary) is a notice of someone's death, not a medical examination.
Choice B (postmortem care) refers to the care and preparation of the deceased body, not an examination.
Choice D (transplant) involves the transfer of organs from one person to another and is not related to examining organs postmortem.
Question 4 of 5
The type of grief that happens before the actual loss is known as:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: anticipatory grief. This type of grief occurs before the actual loss is experienced. It allows individuals to start processing emotions and preparing for the inevitable loss. Brain death (
A) refers to the cessation of brain function. Bereavement (
C) is the period of mourning after a loss. Dysfunction (
D) does not specifically relate to the time before a loss. In summary, anticipatory grief (
B) is the only choice that accurately describes the process of grieving before a loss occurs, making it the correct answer.
Question 5 of 5
Breathing called the death rattle is characterized by
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Pooling of secretions. The death rattle is a gurgling sound produced during breathing in the dying process. It occurs due to secretions pooling in the throat as the muscles relax. Shallow breathing (
B) and tachypnea (
C) are not specific to the death rattle. Apnea (
D) refers to the absence of breathing, which is different from the death rattle.