ATI RN
Health And Safety for Clients Questions
Question 1 of 5
A charge nurse notes that a staff nurse delegates an unfair share of tasks to the assistive personnel (AP) and the nurses on next shift report the staff nurse frequently leaves tasks uncompleted. Which of the following statements should the charge nurse make to resolve this conflict?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because it focuses on addressing the issue professionally and constructively. By discussing unit expectations regarding delegating and completing tasks, the charge nurse can set clear guidelines for fair task distribution. This approach promotes open communication and provides an opportunity for the staff nurse to improve. Choice B is incorrect as it focuses on hearsay and may lead to defensiveness. Choice C is incorrect as it escalates the situation prematurely and may create a hostile environment. Choice D is incorrect as it uses accusatory language, which can lead to confrontation rather than resolution.
Question 2 of 5
A staff nurse has applied for a promotion. The hiring manager insinuates that if there was a sexual relationship between the two of them, the nurse's promotion request would get increased consideration. Which of the following actions should the staff nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Correct Answer: A Rationale: 1. A: The staff nurse should directly address the inappropriate behavior by clearly expressing discomfort and requesting it to stop immediately. 2. B: Reporting to the nurse manager may be necessary, but addressing the issue with the hiring manager first is essential. 3. C: Creating a document is important for documentation but addressing the behavior directly should be the immediate priority. 4. D: Seeking help is valuable, but addressing the hiring manager's behavior directly is crucial in this situation.
Question 3 of 5
An RN is delegating care activities to a licensed practical nurse (LPN). Which of the following is the priority criterion the RN should consider when delegating?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: State Nurse Practice Act for the LPN. The Nurse Practice Act outlines the scope of practice and legal responsibilities for LPNs, guiding RNs in making appropriate delegations. Agency policies (A) may vary and should align with legal regulations. Documented experience level (B) and skill level (C) are important but do not guarantee competency within legal boundaries. The State Nurse Practice Act ensures delegation is within the legal scope of the LPN's practice.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse and an assistive personnel (AP) are providing care for four clients who were admitted to the medical-surgical unit on the previous shift. The nurse should delegate meal assistance for which of the following clients to the AP?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because a client with a lumbosacral spinal tumor may require assistance with meals due to potential mobility limitations. Guillain-Barre syndrome (choice B) affects the peripheral nervous system, requiring close monitoring. ALS (choice C) is a progressive motor neuron disease, necessitating comprehensive care. Systemic sclerosis (choice D) involves thickening of the skin and internal organs, which may impact swallowing and digestion. Delegating meal assistance to the AP for a client with a lumbosacral spinal tumor aligns with the AP's scope of practice and the client's specific care needs.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse in an emergency department receives report from an emergency responder who states a client is being transported following exposure to a 'dirty bomb'. The nurse should prepare to care for a client that has been exposed to which of the following types of agents?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Radiologic. A 'dirty bomb' is a type of radiologic agent that combines conventional explosives with radioactive material. The nurse should prepare to care for a client exposed to radiation. Radiologic agents can cause harmful effects on the body's cells and tissues. Chemical (choice A), Anthrax (choice B), and Sarin (choice D) are not typically associated with 'dirty bomb' exposure. Chemical agents refer to toxic substances, Anthrax is a bacterial infection, and Sarin is a nerve agent. Therefore, the correct choice is C as it specifically relates to radiologic exposure from a 'dirty bomb'.