ATI RN
Client Centered Care in Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
To comply with regulations for third-party payor reimbursement and documentation, the family nurse practitioner correlates:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: E&M codes must align with documented history, exam, and decision-making for reimbursement compliance.
Question 2 of 5
The following statement appears on the nursing care plan for an immunosuppressed client: The client will remain free from infection throughout hospitalization. This statement is an example of a (an):
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The statement 'The client will remain free from infection throughout hospitalization' is an example of a short-term goal. Short-term goals are specific, measurable, and achievable objectives that are intended to be accomplished within a short period of time, usually during the client's hospitalization. In this case, the goal is to prevent the immunosuppressed client from developing any infections while they are in the hospital. This goal is specific and can be measured by monitoring the client's vital signs, laboratory results, and any signs or symptoms of infection. It is also achievable within the timeframe of the hospital stay.
Question 3 of 5
After determining a nursing diagnosis of acute pain, the nurse develops the following appropriate client-centered goal:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The goal 'Pain intensity reported as a 3 or less during hospital stay' is measurable and objective, making it an appropriate client-centered goal for acute pain. It sets a clear, quantifiable target for pain management that can be evaluated during the hospital stay.
Question 4 of 5
When calling the nurse consultant about a difficult client-centered problem, the primary nurse is sure to report the following:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Reporting the length of time the current treatment has been in place gives the consulting nurse facts that will influence a new plan, providing critical context for evaluating treatment efficacy.
Question 5 of 5
The family of a patient in a burn unit asks the nurse for information. The nurse sits with the family and discusses their concerns. What type of communication is this?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Interpersonal communication occurs between two or more people, such as the nurse and the family, addressing their concerns directly.