ATI LPN
ATI PN Medical Surgical Leadership Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse working in a long-term care facility is assigned to care for four clients following the 0700 morning change-of-shift report. Which of the following clients should the nurse attend to first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A low blood glucose level of 60 mg/dL requires immediate intervention to prevent severe hypoglycemia.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse observes an unknown man in a laboratory coat making copies of a client's medical record. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Directly inquiring about the individual's purpose ensures immediate clarification while maintaining professionalism.
Question 3 of 5
Nurses are responsible not only for their actions but also for the actions of the staff to whom they delegate work, including accurate documentation. What is the principle associated with this responsibility?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Accountability holds nurses responsible for their actions and those of delegated staff, ensuring care standards are met.
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?
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E
Rationale: SBAR includes Situation, Background, Assessment, and Recommendation for clear, structured communication.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is working with an assistive personnel (AP) who refuses a client assignment. When resolving this conflict, which of the following comments is appropriate for the nurse to make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Discussing unit policies professionally addresses the issue and clarifies expectations without confrontation.