ATI RN
ATI RN Leadership 2019 Questions
Extract:
Client has a tumor
Question 1 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: A competent client's informed refusal, after understanding risks, determines whether surgery proceeds.
Extract:
Client has end-stage heart failure; client's partner can no longer handle the client
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to discharge a client who has end-stage heart failure. The client's partner tells the nurse she can no longer handle caring for the client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The case manager can assess the client's needs and coordinate appropriate discharge arrangements, such as home health or alternative care options.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is orienting a newly licensed nurse about client confidentiality. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Encrypting personal health information in emails adds security, preventing unauthorized access and maintaining confidentiality.
Extract:
Client with terminal illness and severe pain
Question 4 of 5
A hospice nurse is caring for a client who has a 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: B
Rationale: Somnolence is an expected side effect in hospice care; continuing pain relief prioritizes comfort unless respiratory depression occurs.
Extract:
Older adult client fell at home; suspected elder abuse
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing an older adult client who was brought to the emergency department by his adult son, who reports that the client fell at home. The nurse suspects elder abuse. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Separating the son allows a private conversation, enabling the client to disclose information freely without fear, critical in suspected elder abuse cases.