ATI RN
ATI Nursing 4650 Comprehensive Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to perform hand hygiene. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Applying 4 to 5 ml of liquid soap ensures effective hand cleaning. Other options are incorrect as hands should be lower than elbows, dried with a towel or air dryer, and water should be warm, not hot.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a young adult client who says he is experiencing increased anxiety and an inability to concentrate. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: This response acknowledges the client's feelings and validates their experience, showing empathy and understanding. It opens the door for further exploration of the client's concerns and allows the nurse to provide support and assistance.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who has bipolar disorder and will be discharged with a prescription for lithium. The nurse should teach the client that which of the following factors puts her at risk for lithium toxicity?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Running outdoors, especially in hot weather, can lead to dehydration and increased sweating, reducing lithium excretion and increasing the risk of lithium toxicity.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who refuses treatment and asks to be discharged from the hospital against medical advice. The nurse notifies the client's provider, who tells the nurse to restrain the client, if necessary, to keep her from leaving the hospital. The nurse understands that restraining this client would be considered which type of civil action by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Restraining a client against their will without justification constitutes false imprisonment, as it unlawfully restricts their freedom.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing information about the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: HIPAA restricts disclosing PHI to family members without patient consent, except in specific cases like emergencies or patient incapacitation.