ATI RN
Client Safety ATI Chapter 13 Questions
Question 1 of 5
A charge nurse has assigned a group of clients to a licensed practical nurse (LPN). The charge nurse receives reports from her assigned clients about the LPN's lack of care. Which of the following actions should the charge nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The charge nurse should investigate the allegations of misconduct to determine if disciplinary action is warranted.
Question 2 of 5
Older adults frequently experience a change in sexual activity. Which best explains this change?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: As people age, physical changes, health conditions, and life circumstances can lead to a decline in the frequency and opportunities for sexual activity, but the need for intimacy remains.
Question 3 of 5
One of the primary reasons for conducting nursing research is to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The primary goal of nursing research is to generate knowledge that can guide and improve nursing practice, ultimately leading to better patient outcomes.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is dying of metastatic breast cancer. She has a prescription for an opioid pain medication PRN. The nurse is concerned that administering a dose of pain medication might hasten the client's death. Which of the following ethical principles should the nurse use to support the decision not to administer the medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nonmaleficence emphasizes the duty to do no harm, guiding the decision in such ethical dilemmas.
Question 5 of 5
Old patient taking a bath
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Keeping doors closed ensures privacy and safety for elderly patients during bathing.