ATI RN
ATI RN Community Health 2023 with NGN Updated Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A home health nurse is scheduled for a first-time visit to a client. Which of the following should the nurse perform first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reviewing the neighborhood provides context for potential environmental health risks and safety concerns affecting the client's well-being.
Question 2 of 5
A community health nurse is working with a group of homeless veterans who have posttraumatic stress disorder. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Deep breathing exercises help reduce anxiety and stress, making them a beneficial coping mechanism for PTSD.
Question 3 of 5
A home health nurse manager is caring for a client who has methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Double bag soiled dressing in polyethylene bags. This is important to prevent the spread of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRS
A) to others. Double bagging contaminated items in polyethylene bags helps contain the bacteria and reduce the risk of transmission. Removing fresh flowers (choice
A) is unrelated to MRSA transmission. Wearing a mask (choice
B) is not necessary unless performing aerosol-generating procedures. Encouraging the client to use a HEPA filter (choice
C) is not specific to preventing MRSA spread.
Question 4 of 5
A home health nurse is assessing a client who has AIDS. Which of the following responses by the client indicates a risk for suicide?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B. The client stating "I know that everything will be better soon" indicates a risk for suicide as it may suggest a sense of hopelessness and a desire for their suffering to end. This response could reflect a lack of coping mechanisms and a belief that death is the only solution to their current situation.
Choices A, C, and D do not directly indicate a risk for suicide.
Choice A expresses fear of pain, which is a common concern for clients with terminal illnesses.
Choice C indicates seeking support, which is a positive coping mechanism.
Choice D reflects a desire for autonomy and control, which is not necessarily indicative of suicide risk.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse at a local health department is caring for several clients. Which of the following infections should the nurse report to the state health department?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Tuberculosis. The nurse should report tuberculosis to the state health department because it is a notifiable disease, meaning it is required by law to be reported to public health authorities for tracking and monitoring. Tuberculosis is a highly contagious disease that can spread rapidly if not properly controlled. Reporting cases to the state health department allows for prompt intervention, contact tracing, and prevention of further transmission to protect the public health.
Choices A, B, and C are not typically required to be reported to the state health department as they are not considered notifiable diseases. Herpes simplex virus, Group B Streptococcus B hemolytic, and Human papillomavirus are common infections that may not pose a significant public health threat or require immediate intervention from public health authorities.