ATI RN
ATI Nur 237 Fundamentals Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
After receiving change of shift report, the nurse delegates hygiene care for the caseload of patients. Which patient should the nurse delegate to the nursing assistive personnel (NAP)?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: This patient is stable and only needs assistance with bathing, making them appropriate for NAP delegation.
Question 2 of 5
The standing orders for a patient include acetaminophen 650 mg every 4 hours prn for headache. After assessing the patient, the nurse identifies the need for headache relief and determines that the patient has not had acetaminophen in the past 4 hours. Which action will the nurse take next?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The nurse has assessed the patient’s need for pain relief, confirmed that the patient has not received the medication in the past four hours, and verified that it falls within the provider’s orders. Since all criteria are met, the nurse should proceed with administering the medication as prescribed.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse reviews a patient's health record and finds the following data. Which example includes only subjective data?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nausea and stomach cramps are symptoms reported by the patient and cannot be measured or observed by the nurse, making them subjective data.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse begins discharge planning for an older adult with left-side weakness. Which action is most important in ensuring that the discharge plan is successful?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Effective discharge planning is patient-centered, ensuring that goals align with their preferences, abilities, and resources.
Question 5 of 5
Which scenario best illustrates the nurse using data validation when making a nursing clinical decision for a patient?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Data validation involves verifying information before taking action. The nurse gathers subjective data (time of last dressing change) and objective data (drainage) before deciding to remove the dressing.