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ATI NU2508 Leadership Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An assistive personnel (AP) reports to the nurse that a client who is 3 days postoperative following an abdominal hysterectomy has a dressing that is saturated with blood. Which of the following tasks should the nurse delegate to the AP?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Obtain vital signs is within the AP's scope of practice and is a task that can be delegated. It is important for monitoring the client's status and identifying potential issues.
Question 2 of 5
A home health nurse is planning care for a client who has Alzheimer's disease. The client's partner is her primary caregiver and reports not having enough time to complete his errands. Which of the following referrals should the nurse plan to make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Respite care provides temporary relief for primary caregivers, giving them time to complete personal tasks or take a break from caregiving responsibilities.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in the emergency department is caring for a client who has a compression fracture of a spinal vertebra. During transport to the facility, the client was medicated with intravenous morphine. On arrival, the neurosurgeon determined urgent surgical intervention is indicated for the fracture. Staff members have been unable to reach the client's family. Which of the following actions should the nurse anticipate the neurosurgeon taking?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Implied consent is used in emergencies when a patient cannot provide consent due to their condition, and it is assumed they would consent to life-saving treatment.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to bathe a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pull the curtain around the client's bed ensures privacy for the client during the bath, which is important for maintaining dignity and confidentiality.
Question 5 of 5
A charge nurse is evaluating the performance of an assistive personnel (AP). Which of the following actions by the AP indicates a need for further education?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Leaving the meal tray out of reach prevents the client from eating, indicating a need for further education on client-centered care. The other actions are appropriate.