ATI RN
ATI Nur 237 Fundamentals Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to give a handoff report to the oncoming nurse. In which of the following areas should the nurse provide report to the oncoming nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bedside reporting enhances communication, ensures the oncoming nurse can visually assess the client, and allows the client to participate in their care. This approach promotes safety and reduces the risk of errors during the handoff.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse takes a health history, measures vital signs and conducts a physical assessment on a new admission. After data analysis, what should the nurse do next?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: After analyzing data, the next step in the nursing process is planning, which includes setting measurable, individualized goals for the patient.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is providing care to a client admitted with pressure injuries. The nurse develops a plan of care focusing on healing measures and prevention of further injury. Which task does the nurse delegate to the nursing assistive personnel (NAP)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Turning and repositioning is a routine, non-clinical task that can be safely delegated to NAP to help prevent pressure injuries.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is the most appropriate open-ended question to begin a nursing assessment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: This open-ended question allows the patient to provide a detailed narrative, helping the nurse gather a comprehensive history.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse assesses a patient who reports chest pain radiating down their arm. The nurse notes the patient is sweating and pale, BP 90/50 mmHg, pulse 120bpm, irregular. When developing the plan of care, what type of nursing diagnosis should the nurse use?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The patient has current symptoms of chest pain, sweating, pallor, hypotension, and an irregular pulse, indicating an actual nursing diagnosis for an existing problem.