ATI RN
ATI RN Leadership 2019 A Questions
Extract:
A client
Question 1 of 5
A charge nurse is preparing to observe a newly licensed nurse perform a routine abdominal assessment. Which of the following actions should the charge nurse expect the newly licensed nurse to take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The dorsal recumbent position relaxes abdominal muscles, facilitating accurate assessment. Other actions are incorrect techniques or timing.
Extract:
Four clients with various conditions
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for four clients. Which of the following assessment findings is the priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Shortness of breath with a femur fracture suggests a possible pulmonary embolism, a life-threatening emergency requiring immediate intervention.
Extract:
A client following a total hip arthroplasty
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the plan of care for a client following a total hip arthroplasty. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Informing assistive personnel of the client's weight-bearing status ensures safe mobility assistance, preventing complications like dislocation. Other options either risk harm (crossing legs, excessive hip flexion) or are less critical (incision checks).
Extract:
A celebrity client on another unit
Question 4 of 5
A nurse walks into the nurses' station and sees several staff members looking at the electronic medical record for a celebrity client on another unit. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Reminding staff of the confidentiality breach immediately stops the unauthorized access and reinforces privacy policies. Other actions are secondary and follow addressing the immediate violation.
Extract:
A client who is terminally ill and voices concern about performing self-care after discharge
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a terminal illness and voices concern about performing self-care after discharge. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A case manager coordinates resources like home care to support self-care, addressing the client's concerns. Other responses are inaccurate or premature.