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ATI NU2508 Leadership Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A charge nurse hears a provider speaking to a staff nurse in anger concerning incorrect supplies that are available to perform a procedure. Which of the following statements by the charge nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: It must be very frustrating when you don't have what you need to perform the procedure acknowledges the provider's frustration and validates their feelings, which can help de-escalate the situation and improve communication.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in an emergency department receives report from an emergency responder who states a client is being transported following exposure to a 'dirty bomb'. The nurse should prepare to care for a client that has been exposed to which of the following types of agents?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Radiologic is correct as a 'dirty bomb' (radiological dispersal device) involves the dispersal of radioactive materials.
Question 3 of 5
A charge nurse plans to use effective change strategies when implementing a change in a nursing procedure on the medical-surgical unit. Which of the following actions should the charge nurse take during the moving stage of change?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Set a target date is crucial during the moving stage to create a timeline for implementation and facilitate progress towards the change.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is receiving change-of-shift report at the start of the shift. Which of the following statements by the nurse giving report indicates to the oncoming nurse that she should assume total care for the client, rather than assigning tasks to the assistive personnel (AP)?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fluctuating vital signs, especially blood pressure and pulse, can indicate an unstable condition that may require immediate attention and careful monitoring. This scenario suggests that the client's condition may be critical and requires ongoing assessment and evaluation by the nurse, rather than simply delegating tasks like monitoring vital signs to assistive personnel (AP). The nurse needs to assess the situation thoroughly, interpret the fluctuations, and adjust the care plan accordingly.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is working with an assistive personnel (AP) to care for a group of clients on the pediatric unit. Which of the following tasks should the nurse have the AP perform first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Check to see if the elbow restraint is in place for an infant who is postoperative from a surgical correction of a cleft palate is a priority to ensure the safety and proper positioning of a vulnerable postoperative patient.