ATI RN
ATI RN Leadership 2023 I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a class of newly licensed nurses about evidence-based practice. The nurse should include which of the following as the first step in evidence-based practice?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Developing a clinical question guides evidence-based practice. Assessing (
A), collecting (
B), and applying (
C) evidence follow this step.
Question 2 of 5
The family members of an older adult client are expressing conflict over whether the client should have surgery that is recommended by the provider. The oldest adult child has durable power of attorney for health care for the client. The client is oriented to person, place, and time. Which of the following people has the legal authority to make this health care decision?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The client, being competent, has legal authority to make decisions, overriding the power of attorney. The child (
A), partner (
B), and provider (
C) lack authority if the client is competent.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client about advance directives. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The durable power of attorney is part of advance directives. Doctor approval (
A) is not needed, waiting for illness (
B) is unwise, and co-signing (
D) is not required.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing pressure ulcers on four clients to evaluate the effectiveness of a change in wound care procedure. Which of the following findings indicates wound healing?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Deep red granulation tissue indicates healing. Sanguineous exudate (
A), inflammation (
B), and erythema (
C) suggest complications or delayed healing.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing care for a client who has terminal cancer and is refusing chemotherapy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Communicating the refusal to the provider respects autonomy and coordinates care. Sympathy (
A) is unprofessional, consent (
B) is for accepting treatment, and encouragement (
D) pressures the client.