ATI RN
Client Centered Care Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is using motivational interviewing to find out why a patient refuses to participate in the recommended rehabilitation program. Which of the following is an example of using the skill of reflective listening to help motivate this patient?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Reflective listening restates the patient’s feelings ('you feel not ready'), encouraging exploration of motivations.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following statements indicates that a plan to assist a patient in developing and following an exercise program has been effective?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Weight loss from walking indicates the exercise plan was effective, showing measurable success.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse interviews a pregnant teenager and documents her answers on the patient record. At the same time, the nurse responds to the patients concerns and makes a referral for counseling and maternity care. This scenario is an example of which of the descriptors of the nursing process?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The nurse’s simultaneous assessing, intervening, and referring shows the dynamic, fluid nature of the nursing process.
Question 4 of 5
Nurses make decisions in their practice every day. Which of the following are potential errors in this decision-making process? Select one that does not apply.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: B: Confirmation bias avoids contradictory data. C: Status quo bias resists change. F: Ignoring resources limits informed decisions. A, D, E are not errors.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse asks a multidisciplinary team to collaborate to develop the most appropriate plan of care to meet the needs of an adolescent with a severe head injury. Which of the blended skills essential to nursing practice is the nurse using?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Collaboration with a team uses interpersonal skills to coordinate care effectively.