ATI RN
ATI NU2508 Leadership Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a hip replacement. The client's surgical drain has minimal output. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Checking the drain for kinks or obstructions is the first step to determine if the minimal output is due to a mechanical issue, which can often be resolved without further intervention.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse manager is implementing a new electronic health record system. Which of the following actions should the nurse manager take to facilitate staff adoption?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Providing hands-on training sessions equips staff with the skills and confidence needed to use the new system, facilitating a smooth transition and adoption.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative and has a new prescription for incentive spirometry. Which of the following tasks should the nurse perform?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Teaching the client how to use the incentive spirometer requires nursing expertise to ensure proper technique and understanding, which is essential for preventing postoperative complications like pneumonia.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse on a medical-surgical unit is preparing to contact a provider about a client's condition. The client is 6 hr postoperative from a total hysterectomy. The nurse notes the client's postoperative oxygen saturation is 94% and her apical heart rate is 110. The nurse should include information about the client's oxygen saturation level and heart rate in which component of the SBAR report?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessment includes the current status and vital signs of the client, which are part of the information the nurse provides to assess the client's condition.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to delegate tasks to a licensed practical nurse (LPN). Which of the following tasks is appropriate for the LPN to perform?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Administering a subcutaneous insulin injection is within the LPN's scope of practice, as it involves implementing a prescribed treatment. Developing care plans, performing admission assessments, and evaluating outcomes require RN-level judgment.