ATI PN Medical Surgical Leadership

Extract:

Question 1 of 5

A nurse is delegating tasks to an assistive personnel (AP). Which of the following tasks should the nurse assign to the AP?

A. Assisting the client in selecting a low-residue diet.B. Performing a complex dressing change.C. Reviewing the steps of self-blood glucose monitoring with a client.D. Obtaining vital signs on clients who are stable.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Obtaining vital signs on stable clients is a routine task suitable for assistive personnel, unlike tasks requiring teaching or complex skills.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is observing an assistive personnel (AP). For which of the following actions by the AP should the nurse intervene?

A. Logs off the computer after entering a client's intake and output totals.B. Tears a document with client information in half before disposing of it in a waste basket.C. Denies a request by another AP to use her password to enter client's vital signs.D. Removes a clipboard with client information from the room during visiting hours.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Tearing a document in half does not securely dispose of confidential information, risking a privacy breach.

Question 3 of 5

A medical-surgical unit has implemented a policy change. The nurse manager has noticed that one of the nurses, who has a history of being resistant to change, is not delivering care according to the new policy. Which of the following actions should the nurse manager take?

A. Encourage the nurse to verbalize the reasons for resistance to the change.B. Ignore the resistance and allow peer pressure to facilitate a change in the nurse's behavior.C. Explain the importance and rationale of implementing the new policy to the nurse.D. Indicate that there will be disciplinary consequences if the nurse does not implement the new policy.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Encouraging dialogue about resistance helps identify concerns and fosters policy acceptance.

Question 4 of 5

A float nurse is given a client assignment that requires the use of unfamiliar skills and techniques. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A. Provide client care as assigned.B. Request the charge nurse to modify the assignment.C. Make a formal complaint to the nursing manager.D. Ask another nurse to trade assignments.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Requesting a modified assignment ensures client safety by aligning tasks with the nurse's competencies.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is assigned a group of clients at the start of the shift. Which of the following clients should the nurse plan to see first?

A. A client who wants a bath.B. A client who asks to review the instructions he received about his new prescription.C. A client who needs a referral for home health services.D. A client who requests pain medication.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Addressing pain is a priority as it impacts client comfort and recovery, requiring prompt attention.

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