ATI RN
Ethics and Issues in Contemporary Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 9
A valuable tool for determining whether a potential employer is suitable for your career goals is to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because assessing the work climate by walking through the facility allows you to gain firsthand insight into the organization's culture, values, and overall environment. By observing how employees interact, the cleanliness of the facility, and the general atmosphere, you can assess if it aligns with your career goals and preferences. This method provides tangible and direct evidence that can help you make an informed decision. Choice A is incorrect because contacting The Joint Commission is not relevant to evaluating a potential employer's suitability for your career goals. Choice C is incorrect as reviewing financial statements may not provide insights into the work environment and culture. Choice D is incorrect because focusing solely on what the employer can do for you may not give a comprehensive understanding of whether the organization is a good fit for your career aspirations.
Question 2 of 9
An older adult has atrial fibrillation, which causes the heart to have an irregular rhythm. The client uses imagery to alter the dysrhythmiThe client is using which type of complementary alternative medicine (CAM)?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Biofeedback. Biofeedback is a type of CAM that involves using electronic devices to help individuals gain awareness and control over physiological processes, such as heart rate and muscle tension. In this case, the older adult is using imagery as a form of biofeedback to alter the dysrhythmia. Ayurveda (A) and Dosha (B) are traditional Indian systems of medicine based on balancing bodily energies, not directly related to using imagery for heart rhythm control. Homeopathy (C) is a system of alternative medicine based on the concept that "like cures like" and uses highly diluted substances, not imagery or biofeedback techniques.
Question 3 of 9
When using the ABC system of managing time, those items coded A include:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because in the ABC system, tasks coded as A are considered the most important and urgent. Calling the pharmacy to check drug availability for a patient directly impacts patient care and safety, making it a priority. B, checking a ventilator alarm, is important but not as urgent as ensuring medication availability. C, organizing the medication cart, is important but not necessarily urgent like patient-related tasks. D, writing memos for a birthday gift, is neither urgent nor directly related to patient care. Therefore, A is the correct choice for being the most critical task in the ABC system.
Question 4 of 9
A nurse plans care knowing when specific recovery milestones are expected. The nurse is providing care via:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: clinical pathways. Clinical pathways are structured, evidence-based plans of care that outline the expected recovery milestones and interventions for a specific condition or procedure. By following a clinical pathway, nurses can effectively plan care and monitor progress based on established guidelines. Patient classification systems (A) categorize patients based on acuity levels, not recovery milestones. Functional nursing (C) involves delegating specific tasks to different staff members. Case management (D) focuses on coordinating care across multiple providers, not specifically on recovery milestones.
Question 5 of 9
An RN has critical care experience and is proficient in advanced cardiac life support and often helps to lead "codes" and is an expert clinician with superior health assessment skills. Enjoying a challenge of a fast-paced environment with autonomy, this nurse would best be suited for which nursing role?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Flight nurse. This nurse is described as having critical care experience, proficiency in advanced cardiac life support, leading "codes," and superior health assessment skills, indicating a high level of clinical expertise. Flight nursing involves providing critical care in high-stress environments, often in emergency situations where quick thinking and advanced skills are crucial. The fast-paced environment and autonomy mentioned align well with the responsibilities of a flight nurse, who must make rapid decisions and provide life-saving interventions in challenging conditions. Home health, hospice, and occupational health nursing roles typically do not involve the same level of acuity, speed, and independence required in flight nursing.
Question 6 of 9
Current trends in telecommunications and increased mobility of nurses have led to the approval of a mutual recognition model of nursing regulation, in which nurses are allowed to practice in states that are compact states without obtaining a license in each state. On which website would a nurse find a list of current compact states?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN). NCSBN manages the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), which allows nurses to practice in compact states without obtaining additional licenses. Nurses can find a list of current compact states on the NCSBN website. NLN (A) focuses on nursing education, not regulation. AACN (C) is an organization for academic nursing programs. CCNE (D) accredits nursing education programs, not regulatory information.
Question 7 of 9
A new graduate arrives for the first interview feeling prepared and excited about beginning a nursing career but quickly becomes concerned when the recruiter asks which illegal question?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because asking about the number of children the candidate has could potentially lead to discrimination based on family responsibilities, which is illegal. This question is not related to the candidate's ability to perform the job duties in the operating room. A: Asking about criminal convictions is legal for certain positions for safety reasons. B: Mentioning pre-employment checks is standard practice and not illegal. C: Inquiring about weaknesses is a common interview question and not discriminatory.
Question 8 of 9
Which statement regarding informed consent is correct? Informed consent:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because informed consent requires the registered nurse (RN) to communicate all necessary information to the patient so they can make an informed decision. This includes explaining the procedure, potential risks, benefits, alternatives, and any other pertinent information. The RN plays a crucial role in ensuring that the patient understands the information provided before giving consent. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because informed consent is not solely mandated by federal law, must disclose risks as well as benefits, and should not involve concealing any known risks.
Question 9 of 9
A nurse tallies the patient satisfaction surveys and approves the use of an agency nurse because of the high census. This nurse is involved in which nursing role?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Manager. In this scenario, the nurse is making decisions related to staffing and resource management based on patient census, which falls under the responsibilities of a nurse manager. A manager oversees the organization and coordination of nursing care to ensure efficient and effective delivery. The other choices - Change agent, Educator, and Coordinator - do not directly align with the decision-making process related to staffing and resource management as seen in the scenario.