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Client Safety Event ATI Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client is diagnosed with methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureus pneumonia (MRSA). What type of isolation is most appropriate for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Contact isolation. MRSA is primarily spread through direct contact with infected individuals or contaminated surfaces. Therefore, placing the client in contact isolation helps prevent the spread of the infection to others. A: Reverse isolation is used to protect immunocompromised patients from infections. B: Airborne isolation is for diseases spread through droplets in the air. C: Standard precautions are for all patients and do not specifically address MRSA. In summary, contact isolation is most appropriate for a client with MRSA pneumonia as it focuses on preventing direct transmission of the infection, unlike the other options which are not tailored to MRSA.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is dying. The nurse should incorporate the principle of nonmaleficence into practice by taking which of the following actions?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because nonmaleficence means to do no harm. Withholding a dose of narcotic pain medication when the client has respiratory depression is essential to prevent harm and potential worsening of the client's condition. Choice A is not directly related to nonmaleficence. Choice B is important but not specific to avoiding harm. Choice D, while important for emotional support, does not directly address preventing harm or avoiding potential harm to the client.
Question 3 of 5
The null hypothesis typically states:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: There is no significant difference or relationship. The null hypothesis assumes no effect or relationship exists between variables in a study. It serves as a baseline assumption to be tested against the alternative hypothesis. Options A, C, and D are incorrect because the null hypothesis does not assert the presence of a relationship, reliability of results, or adequacy of sample size, but rather the absence of a significant difference or relationship.
Question 4 of 5
What does the term 'external validity' refer to in research?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: The ability to generalize findings to other populations. External validity refers to the extent to which research findings can be generalized beyond the specific sample or setting studied. This is crucial for ensuring that the results are applicable to a broader population. In contrast, option A (accuracy of the measurement tool) addresses internal validity, while option C (consistency of research results) is related to internal reliability. Option D (reliability of the sample size) focuses on the consistency and precision of data collection, which is more about internal reliability rather than external validity. Therefore, the correct choice is B as it directly relates to the concept of external validity in research.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a terminal illness and is ventilator-dependent. The client is alert and oriented and wants to discontinue the ventilator. The nurse should be aware that continued treatment against the client's wishes is a violation of which ethical principle?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Autonomy. Autonomy is the ethical principle that upholds an individual's right to make decisions about their own healthcare. In this scenario, the client is alert and oriented and has expressed the wish to discontinue the ventilator, which reflects their autonomy. Continuing treatment against the client's wishes would violate their autonomy. Veracity (A) relates to truth-telling, Fidelity (C) refers to being faithful to commitments, and Justice (D) pertains to fair and equal treatment. In this case, the primary ethical principle at play is the client's right to make their own decisions about their care, making Autonomy the correct choice.