ATI RN
ATI Fundamentals Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client in the introductory (orientation) phase of the nurse-client relationship. Which of the following communication techniques should the nurse use during this phase?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: During the introductory (orientation) phase of the nurse-client relationship the nurse should focus on establishing trust and rapport with the client. Eliciting information through active listening and open-ended questioning allows the nurse to gather important information about the client's health status needs and concerns laying the foundation for a therapeutic relationship. Other options are more appropriate for later phases of the relationship.
Question 2 of 5
An elderly resident in a long-term care facility developed diarrhea as a result of exposure to clostridium difficile during a recent outbreak. The resident's primary care provider has consequently prescribed the antibiotic metronidazole (Flagyl). Which model of health promotion and illness prevention is most clearly evident in these events?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The Agent-Host-Environment Model focuses on the interaction between an infectious agent (Clostridium difficile)
Question 3 of 5
A client has been diagnosed with diabetes mellitus and must learn how to do his own finger stick blood sugar analysis as part of his treatment. The client has been sullen and uncommunicative since receiving the diagnosis. How can the nurse best increase the client's motivation to learn?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Encouraging the client's participation each time the procedure is performed can increase motivation by involving the client actively in their care fostering confidence and ownership. Other options such as performing the procedure for the client or teaching others may reduce the client's engagement and sense of responsibility.
Question 4 of 5
A client with a terminal illness without an advance directive stops breathing and does not have a heartbeat. What should the nurse do?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: In the absence of an advance directive the nurse should call a code initiating emergency resuscitation measures to attempt to revive the client. This is the standard protocol when a client stops breathing and has no heartbeat unless a do-not-resuscitate order is in place. Other options are not appropriate in this urgent situation.
Question 5 of 5
A young man who has had a traumatic mid-thigh amputation of his right leg refuses to look at the wound during dressing changes. Which response by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Respecting the client's wish not to look at the wound shows empathy and supports the client's autonomy allowing them to process the trauma at their own pace. Other responses may pressure or dismiss the client's feelings which could hinder emotional recovery. Above-Knee Amputation