ATI RN
ATI Leadership Level 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is supervising assistive personnel (AP) who is feeding a client who has dysphagia. Which of the following actions by the AP should the nurse identify as correct technique?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A chin-tuck position aids swallowing in dysphagia, reducing aspiration risk. Rest periods aren't standard, 30-degree elevation is too low (90 degrees is ideal), and withholding fluids risks dehydration.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse on a medical-surgical unit is caring for a group of clients with the assistance of a licensed practicing nurse and assistive personnel. Which of the following tasks should the nurse assign to the LPN?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Reinforcing dietary teaching is within an LPN's scope after RN initiation. Accompanying to therapy , obtaining sterile specimens , and postmortem care require RN or AP skills.
Question 3 of 5
A case manager is preparing a discharge plan for a client following coronary artery bypass grafting surgery. Which of the following client issues should the nurse address first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Unmanaged pain can hinder recovery and rehabilitation, making it the priority issue.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing a client for surgery. The client has signed the consent form but tells the nurse that she has reconsidered because she is worried about the pain. Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Acknowledging the client's concerns and affirming their right to reconsider supports autonomy. Dismissing concerns (A,
D) or questioning provider discussions is inappropriate.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse on a medical-surgical unit is evaluating an assistive personnel's (AP) use of infection control precautions. Which of the following actions by the AP indicates correct use of the precautions?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bundling linen inward prevents pathogen spread, aligning with infection control principles.