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ATI Client Comfort and End of Life Care Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
A dying patient states in writing ahead of time what her choices would be for healthcare should certain circumstances develop. What is the term for this document?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Written care choices have a broad term. 'Advance directives' appliese.g., her 'No CPR' document, per Taylor's legal terms, encompassing living wills and more. 'Living will' is specifice.g., one type, not all directives. 'Durable power of attorney' names a proxye.g., not choices itself. 'Comfort measures only' is an ordere.g., not a document. A nurse filese.g., 'Her wishes'advance directives (e.g., 60% of terminal plans), covering all pre-stated care. Choice B is the correct, umbrella term.
Question 2 of 5
An intravenous dose of potassium chloride is prescribed for a client with hypokalemia. Which action of the nurse indicates a need for further teaching in the preparation and administration of potassium?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Administering potassium via IV bolus is dangerous, risking cardiac arrest, and indicates a need for teaching. Checking labels , using an infusion pump , and monitoring urine are safe practices. Per NCLEX safety standards, potassium must be diluted and infused slowly, making A the correct answer for correction.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse reviewed the medical records of the four clients assigned to her. Which client has the highest risk for a fluid volume deficit?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An ileostomy poses the highest risk for fluid volume deficit due to high fluid loss from stool. Heart failure risks excess, corticosteroids minimal impact, SIADH causes retention. Nurses, per NCLEX, prioritize ileostomy for dehydration risk, making A correct.
Question 4 of 5
The client started passing foul-smelling flatus from the colostomy stoma after two days of the insertion. What is the correct interpretation for the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Foul-smelling flatus is expected 2 days post-colostomy, indicating bowel function. Ischemia , NG tube , or prep don't apply. Nurses, per NCLEX, interpret this as normal recovery, making C correct.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following should you communicate to the licensed nurse on duty in addition to the next shift nursing assistant?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All listed changes low fluid intake , new transfer difficulty , and behavioral shift must be communicated to the licensed nurse and next shift, per the answer key. Each signals potential health issues: dehydration, mobility decline, or distress. Nurses, per AHRQ, escalate such observations to ensure timely intervention, as these deviations from baseline affect resident safety and care planning in long-term settings.