ATI RN
ATI Leadership Level 3 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse working in the emergency department is assessing several clients. Which of the following clients is the highest priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because the client reporting shortness of breath and left shoulder and neck pain may be experiencing symptoms of a heart attack, which is a life-threatening emergency. The priority is to assess and intervene promptly to prevent potential complications or death. Active bleeding from a puncture wound (choice
A) is serious but can be controlled with pressure. A raised red skin rash (choice
B) is likely an allergic reaction and can be managed with antihistamines. Right-sided flank pain (choice
D) may indicate kidney issues, which are important but not immediately life-threatening.
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Question 5 of 5
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