ATI RN
Client Safety Basic Concept Template 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: The correct answer is B: Nonmaleficence. Nonmaleficence is the ethical principle of doing no harm. In this scenario, the nurse should prioritize relieving the client's pain and suffering while ensuring that the medication does not cause harm or hasten death. Administering pain medication to provide comfort aligns with the principle of nonmaleficence. A: Utilitarianism focuses on maximizing overall good for the majority, which may conflict with the individual's well-being in this case. C: Fidelity relates to being faithful and keeping promises, which is not directly applicable to the situation of pain management. D: Veracity pertains to truth-telling, which is important in communication but not directly relevant to the decision of administering pain medication.
Question 2 of 5
In a research study, which of the following is a primary advantage of using a control group?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: To minimize the effects of confounding variables. By using a control group, researchers can compare the effects of the independent variable in the experimental group without interference from other variables. This helps isolate the true impact of the independent variable and strengthens the internal validity of the study. Option A is incorrect as the control group does not directly increase the sample size. Option C is incorrect as the purpose of the control group is not just for comparison, but to control for extraneous variables. Option D is incorrect because random sampling pertains to how participants are selected, whereas the control group's purpose is to control for variables beyond sampling.
Question 3 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: The correct answer is B: Nonmaleficence. Nonmaleficence is the ethical principle of doing no harm or preventing harm. In this scenario, the nurse should prioritize relieving the client's pain and suffering, which is in line with the principle of nonmaleficence. Administering pain medication to provide comfort and alleviate suffering is not considered harmful in this context. A: Utilitarianism focuses on maximizing overall happiness or well-being, which may conflict with the individual's right to comfort and pain relief in this case. C: Fidelity refers to being faithful or keeping promises, which is not directly applicable to the situation of providing pain relief to a dying patient. D: Veracity pertains to truthfulness and honesty, which is not directly related to the decision of administering pain medication in this scenario.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is triaging clients in an urgent care clinic. Which of the following clients should the nurse have the provider care for immediately?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because a middle adult male who is diaphoretic and reports epigastric pain may be experiencing a heart attack or another serious cardiac issue, requiring immediate provider care. Diaphoresis and epigastric pain are classic symptoms of a heart problem, making it a priority to rule out life-threatening conditions. Explanation for why the other choices are incorrect: A: While the adolescent female with belligerence and slurred speech may need attention, her symptoms are not immediately life-threatening. B: The toddler with a laceration on the forehead needs prompt care but is not in immediate danger. D: The young adult with a sunburn, although painful, does not require immediate provider care compared to a potential cardiac emergency presented by choice C.
Question 5 of 5
Data detectable by an observer
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Objective data. Objective data refers to factual information that is observable and measurable by anyone, regardless of personal biases or interpretations. This type of data is concrete and can be verified through various means, making it reliable and consistent. In contrast, subjective data (choice A) is influenced by individual perspectives, feelings, and opinions, making it less reliable and more prone to bias. Choices C and D are likely left blank as they do not align with the concept of data detectable by an observer.