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ATI Nurs 2000 Fundamentals Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse overhears two assistive personnel (APs) disagreeing about patient care assignments. Which of the following actions by the nurse demonstrates conflict resolution?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reporting the APs to the charge nurse may seem like an appropriate action but it does not directly address the conflict. It's important for the nurse to take an active role in conflict resolution rather than passing the responsibility to someone else. Allowing the APs to resolve their issues might be a good idea in some situations but it's not the best choice here. As a nurse it's part of your role to ensure that conflicts are resolved in a way that promotes a positive and productive work environment. By simply allowing the APs to resolve their issues you're not taking an active role in conflict resolution. Confronting the APs to discuss their argument is the best choice. This action demonstrates conflict resolution because the nurse is taking an active role in addressing the issue. By discussing the argument with the APs the nurse can help them understand each other's perspectives and find a solution that works for everyone. Telling the APs they are acting immaturely is not an effective way to resolve conflict. This approach is likely to escalate the conflict rather than resolve it. It's important to approach conflicts with a goal of understanding and resolution rather than placing blame or making judgments.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a class about sources of stress. The nurse should include that which of the following is an example of a psychological stressor?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A wrist fracture is a physical stressor not a psychological one. It involves damage to the body's structures. A burn injury like a wrist fracture is a physical stressor. It involves physical harm to the body. Financial difficulties are a type of psychological stressor. They involve challenges and worries related to money which can cause mental and emotional stress. Hypothermia is a physical stressor. It involves a dangerously low body temperature and is a medical emergency.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing an older adult patient who is experiencing age-related changes. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Increased joint stiffness is a common age-related change in older adults. Increased muscle mass is not typically an age-related change. In fact older adults often experience a decrease in muscle mass a condition known as sarcopenia. Increased calcification of bones is not a typical age-related change. Older adults are more likely to experience osteoporosis a condition characterized by a decrease in bone density. Decreased balance is a common age-related change but it is not the correct answer for this question.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who has impaired speech. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Allowing extra time to communicate with the patient is a crucial action when caring for a patient with impaired speech. This approach respects the patient's autonomy and ensures that they have the time they need to express themselves. Finishing sentences for the patient can be seen as disrespectful and may lead to frustration. It's important to allow the patient to communicate at their own pace. While open-ended questions can be useful in some situations they may be challenging for a patient with impaired speech. It might be more effective to ask yes/no questions or use other communication aids. Visual aids can be very helpful for patients with speech impairments. They can supplement verbal communication and make it easier for the patient to understand and be understood.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client diagnosed with herpes simplex virus encephalitis. Which medication would the nurse anticipate the healthcare provider to order for treatment?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Herpes simplex virus encephalitis is a severe condition that requires immediate treatment. The most common medication used for this condition is acyclovir which is administered intravenously. Acyclovir works by inhibiting the replication of the virus thereby reducing the severity and duration of the infection. Cyclosporine is an immunosuppressive medication that is often used to prevent organ rejection after transplantation. It is not typically used in the treatment of viral infections such as herpes simplex virus encephalitis. Without specific information about 'Medication C' it's difficult to provide a rationale. However it's important to note that the treatment of herpes simplex virus encephalitis typically involves antiviral medications with acyclovir being the most commonly used. Similar to
Choice C without specific information about 'Medication D' providing a rationale is challenging. As mentioned the standard treatment for herpes simplex virus encephalitis is acyclovir. Note: The document lists 'Ampicillin' as the correct answer but the explanation describes acyclovir indicating a likely error. Ampicillin is an antibiotic ineffective against viral infections like herpes simplex virus encephalitis. The correct medication should be acyclovir.