ATI RN
ATI Leadership Level 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A hospice nurse is caring for a client who has terminal illness and reports severe pain. After the nurse administers the prescribed opioid and benzodiazepine, the client becomes somnolent and difficult to arouse. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Withholding the benzodiazepine reduces sedation while maintaining pain relief with the opioid. Continuing both worsens somnolence, NSAIDs are inadequate for severe pain, and withholding the opioid compromises pain control.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the orientation of a newly licensed nurse. The newly licensed nurse is having trouble focusing and has difficulty completing care for his assigned clients. Which of the following interventions is appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Planning at shift start improves focus and organization. Prioritizing easy tasks , taking breaks , or reassigning tasks don't address the root issue.
Question 3 of 5
A charge nurse on an obstetrical unit is preparing the shift assignment. Which of the following clients should be assigned to an RN who has floated from a medical-surgical unit?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Post-cesarean care with a PCA pump aligns with medical-surgical skills. Preeclampsia , nonstress tests , and premature rupture require obstetric expertise.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for four clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse assess first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: New restlessness in a client with pneumonia and Alzheimer's may indicate worsening infection or delirium, requiring urgent assessment. Hyperglycemia , postoperative pain , and discharge readiness are less acute.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the orientation of a newly licensed nurse. The newly licensed nurse is having trouble focusing and has difficulty completing care for his assigned clients. Which of the following interventions is appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Planning at the shift's start enhances time management and focus, aiding task completion.