ATI RN
ATI Fundamentals Exam Final Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
After a patient death,the nurse is preparing to perform postmortem care. The body is placed supine with the head raised so that:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: blood will not pool in the face and cause discoloration. Placing the body supine with the head raised helps prevent blood from pooling in the face, reducing the likelihood of postmortem discoloration.
Choice A is incorrect as it is important to prevent bodily fluids from draining onto the bed.
Choice B is incorrect as the movement of the deceased is not a priority during postmortem care.
Choice D is incorrect as the goal of postmortem care is not to make the deceased appear to be sleeping but to maintain dignity and prevent discoloration.
Question 2 of 5
When the patient says,I can die happily if I can live long enough to see my first grandchild that will be born next month. The nurse assesses that this patient is experiencing Kübler Ross's stage of:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: bargaining. In Kübler Ross's stages of grief, bargaining is characterized by the individual making deals or promises in an attempt to postpone or prevent death. In this scenario, the patient expresses a desire to live long enough to see their first grandchild, indicating a sense of bargaining to extend their life for this significant event. The other choices are incorrect because there is no indication of anger, denial, or depression in the patient's statement.
Question 3 of 5
A 33-year-old patient has been told that her disease is terminal. The patient is crying and states,I will just be a dependent drain on my family. I hate being a burden to them. The nurse can best respond:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because it demonstrates empathy and encourages the patient to express their feelings. By asking the patient to describe what they mean by "burden," the nurse shows understanding and opens up a dialogue for the patient to share their thoughts and concerns. This approach allows the nurse to gain insight into the patient's emotional state and provide appropriate support.
Choice A is incorrect because it shifts the focus to the nurse's own feelings, which is not helpful in this situation.
Choice B is incorrect as it dismisses the patient's current emotional distress and suggests delaying important conversations.
Choice D is incorrect as it assumes the family's reaction without addressing the patient's feelings directly.
Question 4 of 5
The type of grief that happens before the actual loss is known as:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: anticipatory grief. This type of grief occurs before the actual loss is experienced. It allows individuals to start processing emotions and preparing for the inevitable loss. Brain death (
A) refers to the cessation of brain function. Bereavement (
C) is the period of mourning after a loss. Dysfunction (
D) does not specifically relate to the time before a loss. In summary, anticipatory grief (
B) is the only choice that accurately describes the process of grieving before a loss occurs, making it the correct answer.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with teaching a class about the effects of spirituality for clients who are near the end of life. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Spirituality can increase the quality of life. This is because spirituality often provides individuals with a sense of meaning, purpose, and connection, which can lead to increased feelings of peace, comfort, and acceptance, especially during challenging times like nearing the end of life. It can also offer a source of strength, hope, and resilience.
Choices B, C, and D are incorrect because spirituality typically does not lead to increased feelings of hopelessness, depression, or the desire to hasten death. In fact, for many individuals, spirituality serves as a source of solace and support during difficult times, helping them cope with their circumstances and find meaning in their experiences.