ATI RN
Introduction to Professional Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
A patient told you that the results of her Snellen eye test were that the acuity for both of her eyes was 20/30. What does this mean
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The first number indicates the number of feet from the Snellen eye chart that the client is standing, and the second number is the distance at which a normal-sighted person can read the line of the Snellen eye chart.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse incorporates the health promotion guidelines established by the U.S. Department of Health document: Healthy People 2010. Which of the following is a health indicator discussed in this document?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Obesity is a key health indicator in Healthy People 2010, linked to numerous chronic conditions.
Question 3 of 5
When making an occupied bed, the nurse should not cover the mouth and nose of the patient because:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because covering the patient's mouth and nose with beddings hinders communication and can promote infection by restricting airflow. Patients need to communicate for their needs and comfort. Covering the face also prevents the nurse from easily observing the patient's facial expressions and assessing their respiratory status. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because vomiting can be managed with proper positioning, the face is not solely for drug and oxygen administration, and other methods can be used for assessing the patient's face.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse who stops a blood transfusion when a patient develops a reaction is said to be:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: A rule-oriented thinker. This is because stopping a blood transfusion when a patient develops a reaction aligns with following established protocols and guidelines, which are rules in place to ensure patient safety. By adhering to these rules, the nurse demonstrates a commitment to patient well-being and follows specific steps based on evidence-based practices. Summary: A: A complex critical thinker - This choice is incorrect as stopping the blood transfusion in this context does not necessarily involve analyzing multiple perspectives or considering various factors beyond established rules. C: A basic critical thinker - This choice is incorrect as it implies a simplistic approach, whereas stopping a blood transfusion requires adherence to specific protocols and guidelines. D: A committed thinker - This choice is incorrect as it does not specifically emphasize the importance of following rules and guidelines in making decisions related to patient care.
Question 5 of 5
Which assessment data suggest increasing intracranial pressure in a male client several hours after a motor vehicle accident?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because a decrease in blood pressure from 160/90 to 110/70 suggests increasing intracranial pressure due to the body's compensatory mechanisms to maintain cerebral perfusion. Choice B is incorrect as an increased pulse with occasional skipped beats may indicate cardiac issues, not necessarily intracranial pressure. Choice C is incorrect because being oriented when aroused from sleep is a normal response and does not specifically indicate increasing intracranial pressure. Choice D is also incorrect as refusing dinner due to anorexia is not a direct indicator of increasing intracranial pressure.