ATI RN
ATI RN Leadership 2019 A Questions
Extract:
A client following hip arthroplasty
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing a client's clinical pathway upon discharge following hip arthroplasty. Which of the following information can assist the nurse in evaluating the cost effectiveness of the care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Length of stay directly impacts resource use and costs, making it key to evaluating cost effectiveness. Other factors are less directly related.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following instructions provided by a nurse reflects effective communication regarding delegation of a task to an assistive personnel (AP)?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The instruction to check urinary output for a specific client at a specific time with clear reporting expectations follows the five rights of delegation, ensuring clarity and safety. Other options lack specificity or measurable criteria.
Extract:
A client who had a stroke and now has left-sided weakness
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is planning discharge care for a client who had a stroke and now has left-sided weakness. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Grab bars enhance safety and independence for a client with left-sided weakness, reducing fall risk. Crutches are inappropriate, full ADL assistance reduces autonomy, and hospice is irrelevant.
Extract:
A client who is scheduled for a total knee arthroplasty and speaks a different language than the nurse
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing preoperative teaching for a client who is scheduled for a total knee arthroplasty and speaks a different language than the nurse. Which of the following interprofessional team members should the nurse include in the discussion?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An interpreter ensures effective communication by overcoming the language barrier, allowing the client to understand preoperative instructions and risks, which is critical for informed consent.
Extract:
A newborn who requires apnea monitoring at home
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning the discharge of a newborn who requires apnea monitoring at home. To which of the following community agencies should the nurse anticipate referring the guardian of the newborn?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Home Health agencies provide in-home medical care, including apnea monitoring, meeting the newborn's needs. Other agencies focus on unrelated services.