ATI RN
Introduction to Professional Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
In what time period did nursing care as we now know it begin?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 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 3 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 4 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.
Question 5 of 5
What procedure requires logrolling a client after surgery?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Laminectomy. After a laminectomy, the client may experience back pain and limited mobility, requiring them to be logrolled to prevent injury to the surgical site. Logrolling involves moving the client as a single unit to maintain proper alignment and minimize stress on the spine. B: Thoracotomy is incorrect because logrolling is not typically required after this procedure, which involves accessing the chest cavity. C: Hemorrhoidectomy is incorrect because logrolling is not necessary after surgery on the anal area. D: Cystectomy is incorrect because logrolling is not typically performed after this procedure, which involves removing the bladder.