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ATI NU2508 Leadership Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing chest pain. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Assessing the client's pain characteristics provides critical data to guide further actions, such as medication administration or diagnostic testing, and is the first step in managing chest pain.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a class on torts. The nurse should instruct the class that administering an antibiotic medication to a competent client after the client has refused it is an example of which of the following torts?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Battery is the intentional touching of another person without consent, which includes administering medication to a competent person who has refused it.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult client who is disoriented and has a history of falls. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Applying an ambulation alarm can help alert staff if the client tries to move independently, thus reducing the risk of falls. Instructing the client in the use of the call light empowers them to request assistance, which can help prevent falls. Checking on the client hourly ensures ongoing monitoring and timely intervention if needed, which is effective in preventing falls.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse has received morning report on the following four clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse assess first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A client who was administered glipizide for type 2 diabetes mellitus and has a blood glucose of 68 mg/dL is at risk for hypoglycemia, which requires prompt assessment and intervention to prevent severe complications.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is delegating client care assignments for the shift. Which of the following tasks should the nurse delegate to an assistive personnel (AP)?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Measuring and recording intake and output can be done by an AP, as it involves routine data collection rather than clinical judgment.