ATI RN
ATI Leadership 2023 I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in an emergency department is triaging four clients following a mass casualty event. To which of the following clients should the nurse assign a red tag?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A compromised airway is a life-threatening condition requiring immediate intervention, warranting a red tag per the ABCs of basic life support.
Question 2 of 5
The family members of an older adult client are expressing conflict over whether the client should have surgery that is recommended by the provider. The oldest adult child has durable power of attorney for health care for the client. The client is oriented to person, place, and time. Which of the following people has the legal authority to make this health care decision?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A mentally competent client retains legal authority to make healthcare decisions, despite a durable power of attorney, which only applies when the client is incapacitated.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is having difficulty walking following a stroke. For which of the following members of the interprofessional team should the nurse request a referral?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A physical therapist specializes in improving mobility and coordination, addressing the client's walking difficulties post-stroke.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a newly licensed nurse about the role of nurses during a facility disaster. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Recommending stable clients for discharge helps manage resources during a disaster, aligning with a nurse's role in prioritizing care.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is scheduled for placement of a central venous access device. Which of the following actions is the nurse's responsibility in the informed consent process?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The nurse's role is to ensure the client understands the procedure by assessing comprehension, while the provider discusses risks, benefits, and alternatives.