ATI RN
ATI RN Leadership 2023 Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A charge nurse notices that two staff nurses are not taking meal breaks during their shifts. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Understanding the reasons why the nurses are not taking breaks is the first step to addressing the issue effectively, as it allows for targeted interventions based on the underlying cause.
Extract:
Client receiving nasogastric tube; Client with chest tube; Client for lumbar puncture; Client post-esophagogastroduodenoscopy.
Question 2 of 5
A charge nurse is observing a newly licensed nurse provide care to four clients. Which of the following actions requires intervention by the charge nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elevating the bed to only 30° for NG tube insertion increases aspiration risk; 45-90° is correct, requiring intervention.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is serving on a committee whose task is to plan cost-effective care at the facility. Which of the following client care tasks should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Changing IV tubing every 96 hours balances infection prevention with cost-effectiveness, aligning with standard practice.
Extract:
Client with peripheral vascular disease and absent pedal pulse; Client with MRSA and temperature of 38°C; Client 12 hr post-laminectomy unable to void; Client newly diagnosed with pancreatic cancer scheduled for IV chemotherapy.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse on a medical-surgical unit is caring for four clients. The nurse should recognize that which of the following clients is the highest priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An absent pedal pulse indicates potential arterial occlusion, a critical condition requiring immediate intervention to prevent tissue damage.
Extract:
Client involved in motor-vehicle crash, refuses urine sample.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse in an emergency department is caring for a client following a motor-vehicle crash. The client refuses to provide a urine sample to check for substance use. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Documenting the refusal ensures accurate medical and legal records, respecting the client's autonomy.