ATI PN Medical Surgical Leadership

Extract:

Question 1 of 5

A nurse requests that an assistive personnel (AP) change all the linens and give bed baths to four clients on the unit. The previous day, the AP was not able to complete these same tasks. Which of the following actions should the nurse take in addressing this situation?

A. Offer to help the AP complete the tasks.B. Assign a more qualified staff member to the tasks.C. Plan a more reasonable job assignment.D. Set a time frame for the AP to complete the tasks.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Adjusting the assignment to a manageable level addresses the root cause of the AP's inability to complete tasks, ensuring better outcomes.

Question 2 of 5

What is a nurse's best protection against negligence or malpractice?

A. Asking permission from the managing nurse prior to performing any duties.B. Following the standards of practice.C. Never be alone with a patient.D. Recording patient interactions with your phone.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Adhering to standards of practice ensures care meets professional expectations, reducing the risk of negligence or malpractice claims.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is preparing to perform a urinary catheterization to obtain a urine specimen for a client. The client tells the nurse that she is concerned about her privacy during the procedure. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to alleviate the client's concern?

A. Explain the procedure to the client.B. Gather the equipment necessary before starting the procedure.C. Obtain assistance so the client does not become resistant to the procedure.D. Close the door and cover the client during the procedure.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Closing the door and covering the client directly addresses the privacy concern, maintaining dignity.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse wants to prepare a patient report utilizing SBAR, which she knows is a systematic method of communication. To ensure the report is thorough, what types of information does she need?

A. Assessment of the patient.B. Recommendations for moving forward.C. Situation of the patient.D. Barriers to providing treatment.E. Reason why a report is needed.

Correct Answer: A,B,C,E

Rationale: SBAR includes Situation, Background, Assessment, and Recommendation for clear, structured communication.

Question 5 of 5

A charge nurse in an acute care facility receives a client's request not to have particular assistive personnel (AP) care for her. Which of the following actions should the charge nurse take?

A. Document the issue on an incident report.B. Address the concern with the assigned nurse.C. Explain to the client the AP was having a bad day.D. Notify the human resources department.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Addressing the concern with the nurse facilitates resolution while respecting the client's wishes.

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