ATI LPN
Patient Centered Care Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The physician prescribes warfarin (Coumadin) 15 mg daily. The nurse notes that this is three times the normal dose for this client based on the client's medication profile and laboratory work. What does the nurse do first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Calling the physician first ensures safety by clarifying a potentially erroneous dose. Giving the dose (A) risks harm, consulting the pharmacy (B) delays direct resolution, and holding (D) without communication is unsafe.
Question 2 of 5
Which action by the nurse working with a client best demonstrates respect for autonomy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Asking about questions before consent ensures informed decision-making, vital for autonomy. Giving information (B) supports veracity, keeping promises (C) upholds fidelity, and fair treatment (D) reflects justice, but none directly address autonomy as A does.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is interested in making interdisciplinary work a high priority. Which actions by the nurse best demonstrate this skill? ((Select ONE that does not apply.)
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Consulting (A), coordinating discharge (B), rounding (C), and asking about progress (D) all enhance interdisciplinary collaboration. Showing care plans (E) is less directly collaborative.
Question 4 of 5
A clinic nurse observing another deviating from wound care policy should:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Assessing risk (D) ensures patient safety and appropriate action, unlike A (inaction), B (escalation), or C (formality without assessment).
Question 5 of 5
Staff creating a wish list for a new lounge is an example of which decision-making step?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Data collection (A) gathers input like a wish list, unlike B, C, or D.