ATI RN
Client Safety ATI Chapter 13 Questions
Question 1 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 2 of 5
A school nurse has a 10 year-old child with a history of epilepsy with tonic-clonic seizures attending classes regularly. The school nurse should inform the teacher that if the child experiences a seizure in the classroom, the most important action to take during the seizure would be to
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Providing support during seizures prevents head injuries and other complications.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
Foods that defends against infection
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fruits are rich in vitamins and antioxidants that help defend against infections.
Question 5 of 5
Retarded ejaculation, intervention to give
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lubricants can help in cases of retarded ejaculation by reducing friction and discomfort.