ATI RN
Client Centered Care Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse refers a patient with a new colostomy to a support group. This nurse is practicing which of the following aims of nursing?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Referring to a support group helps the patient cope with the emotional and practical challenges of a new colostomy.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse teaching a new mother how to bathe her infant uses the acronym TEACH to maximize the effectiveness of the teaching plan. Which of the following are guidelines based on this acronym? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: TEACH (Tune into patient, Edit info, Act on moments, Clarify, Honor patient) includes editing info, acting on teachable moments, and clarifying often.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is writing learning outcomes for a patient recovering from severe burns. Which of the following verbs would be good choices to use when preparing outcomes related to learning how to change dressings? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assembles' and 'demonstrates' are specific, measurable psychomotor verbs suited for dressing changes, unlike the others which are less action-oriented.
Question 4 of 5
A 42-year-old male patient recovering from a MI is having difficulty following the care plan to stop smoking and exercise. What is the nurses best response to this patient?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Positive reinforcement (praising efforts) encourages continued progress, unlike punitive or dismissive responses.
Question 5 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.