ATI RN
ATI RN Leadership 2023 Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
Contaminated linens discarded incorrectly.
Question 1 of 5
A charge nurse witnesses an assistive personnel (AP) failing to follow facility protocol when discarding contaminated linens. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Discussing the issue directly with the AP allows immediate correction and education, prioritizing infection control.
Extract:
Client has a tumor, refuses surgery, partner wants surgery.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a tumor. The provider recommends surgery. The client refuses, but the client's partner wants the surgery performed. Which of the following is the deciding factor in determining if the surgery will be done?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The durable power of attorney for health care has legal authority to make decisions if the client is unable, making this the deciding factor.
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.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of clients on the surgical floor. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to organize their workload and manage time efficiently?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Timely documentation ensures accuracy and prevents delays, enhancing time management.
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 5 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.