ATI RN
Nursing Care of the Elderly as a Vulnerable Population Questions
Question 1 of 5
What might interfere with a nurse's decision to increase the evidence base of current nursing practice in an agency? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because colleagues who lack skills in literature search and research critique can hinder a nurse's ability to increase the evidence base in practice. This is because collaboration and knowledge-sharing are essential in evidence-based practice. Choice B is incorrect as dedication to history and tradition does not necessarily impede evidence-based practice. Choice C is incorrect because emphasis on conformity does not directly relate to the nurse's decision to increase evidence base. Choice D is incorrect as having extensive experience in research interpretation should actually support, rather than interfere with, improving evidence-based practice.
Question 2 of 5
When is the optimal time for the nurse educator to elicit feedback from program participants?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D, throughout the program. This ensures continuous communication and allows for real-time adjustments to meet participants' needs. Feedback throughout the program helps maintain engagement and improves learning outcomes. Options A and B are limited in scope and may miss important feedback points. Option C only captures feedback at the end, missing opportunities for immediate improvement. Overall, option D is the most effective as it allows for ongoing assessment and enhancement of the program.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse established an ongoing group meeting of teenagers with diabetes. In the early stages, the nurse was very directive in arranging location, providing low-carbohydrate drinks and snacks, steering the discussion, and trying to meet all the teenagers' needs. After the group had been meeting for about 3 months, the nurse noticed that the group members no longer simply accepted everything the nurse suggested. Instead, the teenagers began making decisions themselves, and eventually, the nurse no longer controlled the group. What most likely happened to cause this shift?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: The group became cohesive enough to share leadership tasks. This shift in group dynamics is indicative of the development of group cohesion and maturity. As the teenagers with diabetes continued to meet regularly, they likely built trust and rapport with each other and the nurse. This increased cohesion allowed for a more collaborative approach to decision-making, with members feeling empowered to take on leadership responsibilities. This shift demonstrates a positive progression in group dynamics towards shared leadership and mutual respect. Summary: B: Teenagers don't like feeling dependent on adults with power - This choice is not the best answer as it focuses on individual feelings of dependence rather than the group dynamics and cohesion that likely led to the shift. C: Teenagers often rebel against adult authority - While rebellion against authority is common in adolescence, it does not fully explain the shift in the group dynamics towards shared leadership.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse gives a very informative and engaging presentation and then gives everyone in the audience a handout that outlines the presentation. Later, the nurse discovers that many of the handouts were thrown away before the audience left the building. What might the nurse have forgotten?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because people generally prefer visual aids such as photographs and images over wordy outlines. Visual aids help enhance understanding and retention of information compared to text-heavy handouts. This choice addresses the issue of the handouts being thrown away, as it suggests that the audience may not have found the handouts engaging enough due to the lack of visual elements. Choice A is incorrect as it does not directly address the issue of handouts being thrown away. Choice B is also incorrect as it focuses on reading level rather than the format of the handouts. Choice D is incorrect as it suggests the issue was with the pace of information delivery rather than the format of the handouts.
Question 5 of 5
Of the following educational objectives, which example best meets all necessary criteria for a well-written objective?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because it meets the criteria for a well-written educational objective. It is specific (identifying two vegetables), measurable (80% accuracy), achievable (within class time), relevant to the learning content, and time-bound (by the end of class). Option A is not specific enough and lacks measurability. Option B is not achievable within the school's control. Option D is not measurable and lacks specificity.