ATI PN Fundamentals 2023

Extract:

Question 1 of 5

A nurse is participating in a group discussion about complicated grief associated with loss. Which of the following should the nurse identify as an example of exaggerated grief?

A. A client whose grief response begins following a terminal diagnosisB. A client whose grief response is repressedC. A client whose grief response is triggered by a secondary lossD. A client whose grief response leads to self-destructive behaviors

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Exaggerated grief involves extreme, self-destructive reactions beyond normal grieving.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client and observes a nurse from another unit reviewing the client's medical record. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A. Tell the nurse that permission from the risk manager is required to view the client's record.B. Contact facility security to remove the nurse from the unit.C. Complete an incident report about the breach of confidentiality.D. Remind the nurse that only staff caring for the client may access the client's record.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: This action reinforces HIPAA compliance without escalating unnecessarily.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is planning to obtain a client's oxygen saturation. Which of the following might influence the result of this test?

A. The client has a fever.B. The client has an elevated hemoglobin level.C. The client is wearing a ring.D. The client is wearing nail polish.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Nail polish can interfere with pulse oximetry readings by absorbing light.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is contributing to planning an interprofessional conference for a client who reports concerns about their BMI of 30. Which of the following members of the interprofessional team should the nurse include?

A. Occupational therapistB. PharmacistC. DieticianD. Spiritual support personnel

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: A dietician addresses BMI concerns through nutritional planning.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing teaching about end-of-life care with the partner of a client. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?

A. We will use an electric blanket to keep your partner warm.B. Encourage your partner to eat three large meals each day.C. Assume your partner can hear you, even if they do not respond.D. Opioids will be restricted if your partner develops respiratory distress.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Assuming hearing persists respects dignity and encourages communication in end-of-life care.

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