ATI RN
Introduction to Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following statements accurately describe an aspect of the credentialing process used in nursing practice? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rationale: C is correct because certification grants recognition in a specific practice area to individuals meeting set criteria. This ensures specialized knowledge and skills. A is incorrect as credentialing covers more than just professional competence. B is inaccurate as accreditation is not state-controlled but done by accrediting bodies. D is wrong since legal accreditation by the state Board of Nursing is mandatory, not voluntary.
Question 2 of 5
As the emergency room (ER) nurse responds to a client who suddenly goes into cardiac arrest, which substance in the body will be secreted in large amounts?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Epinephrine. When a client goes into cardiac arrest, the body's sympathetic nervous system is activated, leading to the release of epinephrine (adrenaline) from the adrenal glands. Epinephrine increases heart rate and blood flow, helping to restore circulation during cardiac arrest. Endorphins (A) are released in response to pain or stress, not directly related to cardiac arrest. Endothelin (B) is a peptide that constricts blood vessels, not a hormone secreted during cardiac arrest. Erythropoietin (D) is a hormone that stimulates red blood cell production, not directly involved in the body's response to cardiac arrest.
Question 3 of 5
A young woman9s fiancé died in a car accident one month prior to their wedding day. Since his death, she has become sexually promiscuous. What type of grief, if any, is the woman displaying?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Masked grief. This type of grief occurs when the individual exhibits behaviors that are not typically associated with the grieving process, such as engaging in risky behaviors like promiscuity to mask or distract from their emotional pain. In this scenario, the woman's sudden change in behavior following her fiancé's death suggests that she may be using promiscuity as a coping mechanism to avoid facing her grief directly. Other choices: A: Anticipatory grief occurs before a loss, such as expecting the death of a loved one. B: Chronic grief is prolonged and ongoing, not typically characterized by sudden behavioral changes. C: Exaggerated grief involves intense and prolonged mourning, but does not necessarily involve maladaptive behaviors like promiscuity.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse cares for a patient, who has been taking ibuprofen for back pain x 3 weeks, was admitted to the hospital for abdominal pain. Which assessment data takes priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Occult stool. This assessment data takes priority because the patient has been taking ibuprofen, which can lead to gastrointestinal bleeding. Checking for occult blood in the stool can help identify any gastrointestinal bleeding that may be occurring. Diarrhea (A) may be a side effect of ibuprofen but is not as urgent as assessing for bleeding. Hematuria (B) and Ova & parasites (O&P) (D) are not directly related to the patient's current condition and are not as urgent as checking for gastrointestinal bleeding.
Question 5 of 5
The new charge RN on a hospital unit is leading a committee that must choose new paint colors for the nurses9 station. She elicits the opinions of all group members and then organizes a vote. The charge nurse9s leadership style can be said to be
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Democratic. This is because the charge nurse is involving all group members in the decision-making process by eliciting their opinions and organizing a vote. This leadership style promotes collaboration and empowers team members to have a say in the decision. A: Laissez-faire is incorrect because this leadership style involves minimal interference from the leader, which is not the case here. B: Autocratic is incorrect because this style involves making decisions without input from others, which is not happening in this scenario. D: Scientific is incorrect because it refers to a leadership style that emphasizes data-driven decision-making, which is not the focus in this situation.