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ATI NURS 252 Leadership Comprehensive Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
In Don Miguel’s 'The Four Agreements,' a collection of agreements is outlined to foster personal development and consciousness. Which of the following is NOT among the four agreements?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Take all work matters personally' is NOT one of the four agreements. In fact, one of the actual agreements is 'Don’t take anything personally.' This agreement teaches that nothing others do is because of you; it is a reflection of their own reality. By not taking things personally, individuals can avoid unnecessary suffering and maintain their emotional well-being. The correct agreements are: Be impeccable with your word (
A), Do not make assumptions (
B), Always do your best (
D), and Don’t take anything personally.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following are notable benefits and characteristics of debriefing? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Debriefing promotes an examination of the consequences of actions (
A), has the potential to lead to a cognitive shift (
C), and the skill of the debriefer can influence its success (
D). These are key benefits, as debriefing allows reflection on outcomes, fosters new perspectives, and depends on effective facilitation. Self-guided exploration (
B) is less effective than facilitated debriefing, and setting aside significance (E) is inaccurate, as debriefing considers both actions and their consequences.
Question 3 of 5
An RN is delegating a task to an unlicensed assistive personnel. Which of the following scenarios best demonstrates appropriate delegation?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Assisting Ms. O with mobility is within UAP scope, with clear instructions. Reviewing education (
A) and assessing dizziness (
C) require RN skills, and restroom aid (
B) lacks supervision.
Question 4 of 5
A new graduate nurse is devising a discharge plan. Which of the following statements made by the nurse demonstrates the nurse's comprehension of when to initiate discharge planning?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Starting discharge planning upon admission ensures timely coordination of care. Waiting for insurance (
A), 48 hours (
B), or discharge orders (
D) delays planning and risks complications.
Question 5 of 5
Two nurses approach their manager with a patient assignment conflict, speaking loudly and simultaneously. What should the manager do to exhibit effective negotiation skills?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Requesting each nurse, individually, to state their position is an effective negotiation strategy. This approach allows the manager to understand each nurse’s perspective and the specifics of the conflict. By listening to each nurse separately, the manager can gather all relevant information, reduce the emotional intensity, and facilitate a more structured and productive discussion. This method promotes fairness and ensures that both parties feel heard and respected. Advising self-resolution (
A) may escalate conflict, dismissing complaints (
B) avoids resolution, and threatening discipline (
D) is punitive.