ATI RN
Basic Principles of Long-Term Patient Care Developing a Therapeutic Community Questions
Question 1 of 5
A patient is having liquid fecal seepage. He has not had a bowel movement for 6 days. Based on the data, what would the nurse assess?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Seepage suggests impaction; consistency confirms it.
Question 2 of 5
What best defines a risk?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Risk involves the likelihood of harm occurring.
Question 3 of 5
What is most important when an employer sends an employee to work in a new location?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Involving potentially affected parties ensures comprehensive risk assessments.
Question 4 of 5
What is the most important control measure to consider when working with new equipment or in a new role?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Specialist training ensures safe and effective use of new equipment.
Question 5 of 5
In which situation does the nurse have a duty to act?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The nurse has a duty to act in emergencies, such as heat stroke.