ATI RN
Ethics and Issues in Contemporary Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
The primary focus of the care provider role for the nurse involves:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because the primary focus of the care provider role for a nurse is to encourage consumer self-responsibility and emphasize health promotion/maintenance. This involves empowering patients to take control of their own health, promoting wellness, and preventing illness. The other choices are incorrect because: A) using the nursing process is essential but not the primary focus, C) increasing satisfaction among professional nurses is important but not the primary role of a care provider, and D) advancing nursing practice through research is valuable but not the primary responsibility of a care provider.
Question 2 of 5
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.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is responsible for determining the incidence rates of hospital-acquired diarrhea on a pediatric ward after receiving reports that five children admitted with uncontrolled asthma had developed diarrhea while hospitalized. The nurse is working in the role of:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: infection control. In this scenario, the nurse is focusing on preventing and controlling the spread of hospital-acquired diarrhea among pediatric patients. By investigating the incidence rates and implementing measures to reduce the risk of infection transmission, the nurse is fulfilling the role of infection control. Quality management (A) focuses on improving processes and outcomes, not specifically on infection prevention. Occupational health (C) involves ensuring workplace safety for employees, not patient infection control. Forensics (D) involves investigating and analyzing evidence related to crimes or legal matters, not infection control in a healthcare setting.
Question 4 of 5
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 5 of 5
When should a follow-up letter be written to a recruiter?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because following up a few days after the interview shows professionalism and eagerness. It allows you to express gratitude, reiterate your interest, and inquire about the next steps. This timing is crucial as it keeps you fresh in the recruiter's mind without being too pushy. Choice A is incorrect because it is more appropriate to send a thank-you letter after the interview, not before. Choice B is incorrect as waiting 2 weeks after not getting the job may be too late for effective follow-up. Choice D is incorrect because you should not assume you got the position without confirmation.