ATI RN
Introduction to Nursing Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
Where would nurse Kristine place the call light for a male client with a right-sided brain attack and left homonymous hemianopsia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because placing the call light on the client's right side aligns with the visual field deficit of left homonymous hemianopsia. This placement ensures that the client can see the call light without obstruction. Placing it on the left side (B) would be in the blind visual field. Placing it directly in front of the client (C) may still be within the blind visual field. Placing it where the client likes (D) may not be effective in ensuring the client can see and reach the call light easily.
Question 2 of 5
What breath sounds are commonly auscultated in clients with heart failure?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Fine crackles. In heart failure, fluid accumulates in the lungs, causing small airways to pop open during inhalation, resulting in fine crackles. Tracheal sounds (A) are heard over the trachea, not in the lungs. Coarse crackles (C) indicate fluid in the larger airways, not specific to heart failure. Friction rubs (D) are caused by inflammation of the pericardial sac, not typically heard in heart failure.
Question 3 of 5
What is the nurse’s first action if a client with leukemia becomes disoriented and complains of frequent headaches?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Call the physician. In this scenario, the nurse should prioritize the client's safety and well-being by promptly notifying the physician about the client's sudden change in condition. Disorientation and frequent headaches in a leukemia patient could signal a serious complication, such as central nervous system involvement, which requires immediate medical intervention. Calling the physician ensures timely assessment and appropriate management. B: Documenting the patient's status is important but not the first action in this critical situation. C: Oxygen treatment may not be indicated based on the client's symptoms and needs further assessment by the physician. D: Raising the side rails is not directly addressing the client's symptoms and does not provide immediate medical attention.
Question 4 of 5
What role is the nurse assuming when assisting a client to cope with emotional problems?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Counselor. Nurses provide emotional support and guidance to help clients cope with their emotional problems. Counseling involves active listening, empathy, and skillful communication to help clients explore their feelings and develop coping strategies. Advocacy (A) involves speaking on behalf of the client, teaching (B) involves educating clients about their health, and leadership (D) involves guiding and directing a group or team, which are not directly related to helping clients cope with emotional problems.
Question 5 of 5
What role does the nurse perform when providing health teaching to effect behavior change?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Teacher. Nurses provide health teaching to educate and empower individuals to make informed choices for behavior change. Teaching involves providing information, skills, and resources to promote positive health outcomes. Caregiver (A) involves providing physical care. Communicator (B) focuses on conveying information. Change Agent (D) refers to facilitating and supporting change but doesn't encompass the educational aspect essential for behavior change.