ATI RN
Introduction to Nursing Pdf Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following accreditations is a legal requirement for a school of nursing to exist?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: State Board of Nursing accreditation. State Boards of Nursing are governmental bodies responsible for regulating nursing practice within their respective states. Accreditation by the State Board of Nursing is a legal requirement for a school of nursing to exist because it ensures that the nursing program meets specific standards set by the state to protect the public and ensure quality education. Rationale: 1. State Boards of Nursing have the authority to regulate nursing education within their jurisdiction. 2. Accreditation by the State Board of Nursing ensures that the nursing program meets specific state-mandated standards. 3. Without State Board of Nursing accreditation, a nursing school may not be recognized as meeting the necessary requirements to produce competent nurses. Summary: - Choice A (National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission) is a voluntary accrediting body and not a legal requirement. - Choice B (American Association of Colleges of Nursing accreditation) is also a voluntary accreditation and not a legal requirement. - Choice D (educational institution accreditation) is
Question 2 of 5
You are a nurse working in the college student health center. You receive a call that an athlete has been injured. The athlete's physiologic response would be:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: an increased heart rate. When a person is injured, their body initiates the fight-or-flight response, leading to an increase in heart rate to pump more oxygen and nutrients to the injured area. This physiological response helps prepare the body to deal with the stressful situation. A: Increased appetite is not a typical physiologic response to injury. In fact, appetite may decrease due to stress or pain. C: A decrease in perspiration is unlikely in response to injury, as the body may sweat more due to increased heart rate and stress. D: A decrease in respiratory rate is not a common response to injury; typically, respiratory rate may increase to meet the body's oxygen demands during times of stress.
Question 3 of 5
A person9s first response to grief and loss is often:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Step-by-step rationale for why choice A (denial or shock) is correct: 1. Denial is a common initial response to grief as it helps individuals cope with overwhelming emotions. 2. Shock often accompanies denial, allowing individuals to temporarily avoid facing the reality of the loss. 3. Denial provides a protective barrier against the full impact of the loss, giving individuals time to process and accept the reality gradually. 4. Anger (choice B), bargaining (choice C), and depression (choice D) typically occur in later stages of grief after denial has been experienced. Summary: Choice A is correct as denial is a common initial response to grief, providing a temporary coping mechanism. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect as they represent stages of grief that typically occur after denial.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a critically ill patient. What are the contraindications for administering medications by the oral route for this patient? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Vomiting. In a critically ill patient, vomiting can lead to aspiration of the medication, compromising respiratory function. Diarrhea (choice A) does not directly impact oral medication administration. Dysphagia (choice C) may require modifications in medication form, but it is not a contraindication for oral route. Family visitor (choice D) is irrelevant to the administration of medications.
Question 5 of 5
The new graduate RN needs to have a preceptor assigned to him as he begins working in the pediatric clinic. The BEST person for this assignment would be
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: The staff RN who has 3 years of experience and enjoys orienting new employees. This choice is the best because the staff RN has a moderate level of experience which makes them knowledgeable but not overly set in their ways. Additionally, their willingness to orient new employees shows they have a positive attitude towards teaching and mentoring. This combination of experience and willingness to teach makes them an ideal preceptor for a new graduate RN. A: The charge RN may be a natural leader and know the policies, but may not have the time or interest in orienting a new graduate. C: The LPN with 15 years of experience may know the doctor's preferences, but their scope of practice may not align with the RN's learning needs. D: The staff RN with 10 years of experience who refuses to work with students is not suitable as a preceptor due to their negative attitude towards teaching.