ATI RN
Client Centered Care in Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
A 42-year-old patient with epistaxis, dilated pupils, tachycardia, and mild euphoria shows symptoms associated with the use of:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cocaine causes sympathomimetic effects like tachycardia, dilated pupils, and euphoria, along with epistaxis from nasal use.
Question 2 of 5
The family nurse practitioner observes an increase in chlamydia diagnoses in a small rural community and suspects patients are not notifying their partners of their diagnosis and, thereby, delaying treatment. The nurse practitioner decides to conduct a small research study. Which type of hypothesis does the nurse practitioner apply?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An inductive hypothesis arises from observations (increased diagnoses) to form a general theory (partner notification issues).
Question 3 of 5
To comply with regulations for third-party payor reimbursement and documentation, the family nurse practitioner correlates:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: E&M codes must align with documented history, exam, and decision-making for reimbursement compliance.
Question 4 of 5
During a physical examination, the integrity of the facial nerve can be assessed by having the patient:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Puffing out cheeks tests facial nerve (CN VII) function, assessing symmetry and strength.
Question 5 of 5
The following statement appears on the nursing care plan for an immunosuppressed client: The client will remain free from infection throughout hospitalization. This statement is an example of a (an):
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The statement 'The client will remain free from infection throughout hospitalization' is an example of a short-term goal. Short-term goals are specific, measurable, and achievable objectives that are intended to be accomplished within a short period of time, usually during the client's hospitalization. In this case, the goal is to prevent the immunosuppressed client from developing any infections while they are in the hospital. This goal is specific and can be measured by monitoring the client's vital signs, laboratory results, and any signs or symptoms of infection. It is also achievable within the timeframe of the hospital stay.