ATI RN
ATI Nur 237 Fundamentals Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse manager notices that a staff nurse writes a nursing diagnosis as 'Impaired Physical Mobility, related to laziness and not having appropriate shoes.' Which issue related to the nursing diagnosis will the nurse manager discuss with the staff nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nursing diagnoses should be objective and free from judgment. 'Laziness' is subjective and inappropriate.
Question 2 of 5
A newly admitted patient who is morbidly obese asks the nurse for assistance to the bathroom for the first time. Which action should the nurse take initially?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Before assisting a patient, especially one with mobility concerns, the nurse must verify provider orders to determine any restrictions or special considerations.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is providing care to a patient in an acute care facility. Which of the following are examples of independent nursing interventions? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A;D
Rationale: Independent nursing interventions, like assisting with ADLs and assessing pain, do not require a provider’s order, unlike administering IV fluids or medications.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse receives a patient who has been in the intensive care unit for three weeks after a motor vehicle accident. The nurse assesses the patient who reports fatigue. The nurse notes increased heart rate and decreased blood pressure when the patient moves from lying to sitting. When developing the plan of care, what problem label should the nurse use?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The patient exhibits fatigue, increased heart rate, and orthostatic hypotension, indicating reduced ability to tolerate physical activity, making Activity Intolerance the most appropriate diagnosis.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is discussing time management strategies with another nurse. The nurse should include which of the following as an example of a time management strategy?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Planning for interruptions improves efficiency and prioritization, enhancing time management.