ATI RN
ATI Leadership Practice A Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client is discussing the use of herbal supplements for health promotion with a nurse. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of herbal supplement use?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because ginkgo biloba is commonly used to improve memory and cognitive function, not to relieve nausea. Echinacea is known for immune support (A), feverfew for migraine prevention (B), and ginger for nausea relief (C). Understanding the intended use of each herb is crucial for safe and effective supplementation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative. When the nurse prepares to change the client's dressing, they say, 'Every time you change my bandage, it hurts so much.' Which of the following interventions is the nurse's priority action?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Administer pain medication 45 minutes before changing the client's dressing. This is the priority action because it directly addresses the client's pain during the dressing change, ensuring their comfort and adherence to the procedure. Administering pain medication in advance allows time for it to take effect, minimizing the discomfort experienced by the client. Encouraging relaxation techniques (A) and educating about the importance of dressing change (B) are important but secondary to addressing the immediate pain issue. Assisting the client to a comfortable position (D) is helpful but does not directly alleviate the pain like pain medication does.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client who has an abdominal wound with a large amount of purulent drainage. Which of the following types of transmission precautions should the nurse initiate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Contact precautions. This is because purulent drainage indicates the presence of infectious material that can easily be transmitted through direct contact. By implementing contact precautions, the nurse can prevent the spread of infection to themselves and others. Droplet precautions (A) are used for pathogens spread through respiratory droplets, protective environment (B) is used for immunocompromised patients, and airborne precautions (C) are used for pathogens that remain suspended in the air. These precautions are not relevant to the situation described with purulent drainage.
Question 4 of 5
How did the Social Security Act of 1935 impact public health nursing?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The Social Security Act of 1935 impacted public health nursing by providing financial assistance to families with disabled children. This support helped improve access to healthcare services and resources for disabled children, leading to better health outcomes. The Act did not specifically address mentally disabled individuals, older adults, or opioid addicts in the same way as it did for disabled children. Therefore, choice A is correct as it directly aligns with the Act's provisions for supporting disabled children.
Question 5 of 5
An RN cared for a state senator during the day shift. Later that day he was having dinner with friends when the news mentioned the senator had been hospitalized. The RN’s friends asked if he knew what was wrong with the senator. Which ethical principle should the RN consider when replying?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Confidentiality. The RN should consider confidentiality when replying to his friends about the senator's condition. By maintaining confidentiality, the RN upholds the trust and privacy of the senator's medical information. Sharing such information breaches the ethical duty to protect patient privacy. A: Fidelity pertains to being faithful and loyal to one's commitments, not directly related to this situation. C: Veracity refers to truthfulness and honesty, but in this case, maintaining confidentiality takes precedence over disclosing the truth to friends. D: Accountability involves taking responsibility for one's actions, which is not the primary ethical principle at play in this scenario.