ATI RN
Basic Principles of Long-Term Patient Care Developing a Therapeutic Community Questions
Question 1 of 5
One important way to try to resolve a conflict is to
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Certainly. The correct answer is C: Consider a compromise. This is because compromising involves finding a middle ground that is acceptable to all parties, promoting cooperation and reaching a mutually beneficial solution. It acknowledges the needs and perspectives of both sides, fostering understanding and maintaining relationships. In contrast, A (Never meet halfway) is rigid and ignores the importance of finding common ground. B (Always challenge policy) may escalate conflict and hinder finding a resolution. D (Antagonize coworkers) is counterproductive and worsens the situation by creating hostility. In summary, choosing to consider a compromise is the most effective and constructive approach to resolving conflicts.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is conducting a health history for a patient with a skin problem. What question or statement would be most useful in eliciting information about personal hygiene?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Open-ended questions like C gather detailed hygiene habits without judgment.
Question 3 of 5
What term is used to describe the correction or prevention of disorders of body structures used in locomotion?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Orthopedics focuses on musculoskeletal disorders and locomotion.
Question 4 of 5
The student nurse studying the anatomy and physiology of the urinary system knows that the following are functions of the bladder. Select one that doesn't apply.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The bladder stores urine (A), is inhibited by sympathetics (B), has a protective fold (D), and contracts via parasympathetics (E); C and F are anatomically incorrect.
Question 5 of 5
A school nurse is teaching a class of middle-school girls how to promote urinary system health. Which of the following statements by one of the girls indicates a need for more information?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Back-to-front wiping risks UTI; front-to-back is correct.