ATI RN
ATI n232 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is learning about the Institute of Medicine (IOM) [now National Academy of Medicine (NAM)] characteristics of Healthcare Quality. The nurse should recognize which of the following best describes the characteristics of the efficiency domain in Healthcare Quality initiatives.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Efficiency minimizes waste and optimizes resources. A. Using only necessary supplies reduces waste. B. Reducing wait times is timeliness. C. Interpreters promote equity. D. CAUTI bundles enhance safety.
Extract:
Medical History
Vital Signs
Nurses' Notes
Client is a nonsmoker and has a history of GERD.
Question 2 of 5
Complete the diagram by dragging from the choices below to specify what condition the client is most likely experiencing, 2 actions the nurse should take to address that condition, and 2 parameters the nurse should monitor to assess the client's progress.
| Prepare to administer an antibiotic |
| Measure the client's peak airflow. |
| Plan to administer bronchodilator |
| Request a prescription for a diuretic |
| Teach the client pursed lip breathing |
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: Condition: Asthma (wheezing, chest tightness, dry cough, low SpO2). Actions: B. Measuring peak airflow assesses asthma severity and treatment response. C. Bronchodilators relax airways, relieving symptoms. Parameters: C. Oxygen saturation monitors oxygenation. B. Pulmonary function tests evaluate airway obstruction. Other options (A, D, E) are irrelevant for asthma management.
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Question 3 of 5
A 65-year-old client with a history of diabetes mellitus was admitted to the hospital for a scheduled knee replacement surgery. During the postoperative period, the client developed a surgical site infection that required prolonged antibiotic therapy and wound care. This event is categorized as:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A surgical site infection is an adverse event, a complication from care. B. Never events are preventable errors like wrong-site surgery. C. Near misses don't cause harm. D. Sentinel events involve severe harm or death.
Question 4 of 5
During a meeting to resolve staffing issues and tardiness on a unit, the nurse manager invites the staff to each take a turn speaking and asks that everyone listen respectfully and avoids making personal or professional remarks about one another. The nurse manager is utilizing which step in the negotiation process?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Setting ground rules ensures respectful dialogue. B, C, D describe later negotiation steps.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is learning about the Institute of Medicine (IOM) [now National Academy of Medicine (NAM)] characteristics of Healthcare Quality. The nurse should recognize which of the following best describes the characteristics of the efficiency domain in Healthcare Quality initiatives.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Efficiency minimizes waste and optimizes resources. A. Using only necessary supplies reduces waste. B. Reducing wait times is timeliness. C. Interpreters promote equity. D. CAUTI bundles enhance safety.