ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals 2023 Exam 5 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
During change-of-shift report, a nurse discovers they overlooked a prescription for a type and cross-match of a client who is to have surgery the next day. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct action for the nurse to take first is D: Obtain the client's type and cross-match. This is the priority because ensuring that the client has the necessary blood products available for surgery is crucial for their safety. By obtaining the type and cross-match promptly, the nurse can address the oversight and prevent any potential harm to the client during the surgery.
Informing the provider (
A) can be done after obtaining the type and cross-match to update them on the situation. Documenting the incident (
B) in the client's medical record is important but should not take precedence over ensuring the client's safety. Similarly, preparing an incident report (
C) for risk management is important for quality improvement but can be done after addressing the immediate issue.
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