ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is trying to encourage a client with paraplegia who is depressed and not adhering to the treatment program to join a support group. Which statement by the nurse is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Asking the client what they know about support groups is open-ended and encourages discussion, fostering client engagement without being judgmental or coercive.
Question 2 of 5
Which best exemplifies malpractice?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Administering a medication to which the client is known to be allergic, resulting in a seizure and respiratory arrest, constitutes a serious breach of standard care and demonstrates malpractice.
Question 3 of 5
The registered nurse on a busy telemetry floor is delegating tasks to an unlicensed assistive person (UAP). Which task is appropriate for the UAP to complete?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bathing a combative client can be safely delegated to unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) as it does not require specialized nursing knowledge. Other tasks like inserting catheters, taking physician orders, or assessing wounds require nursing judgment or specialized training.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client whose informed consent form has been signed in preparation for a procedure. The client states, 'I have decided not to have the procedure.' Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Informing the provider is the correct action, as the provider needs to be aware of the client's decision to withdraw consent, respecting the client's autonomy.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is about to have a colonoscopy. The client states, 'I am so nervous about what the doctor might find during the test.' The nurse asks the client, 'Are you feeling anxious about the results of your colonoscopy?' With this question, the nurse is using which of the following communication techniques?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Clarification is used to ensure understanding, which the nurse is seeking by confirming the client's feelings about the colonoscopy results.