ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals 2023 Exam 3 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: A
Rationale: The correct action for the nurse to take first is to obtain the client's type and cross-match. This is crucial as it ensures the client's safety before the scheduled surgery. By obtaining the type and cross-match promptly, the nurse can prevent any potential delays in the surgery and address the oversight efficiently. Informing the provider (choice
B) is important but should come after obtaining the necessary information. Documenting the incident (choice
C) and preparing an incident report (choice
D) are important steps for reporting and learning from the oversight but are secondary to ensuring the client's immediate safety.
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