ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nur214 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse observes that a patient is experiencing absolute homelessness. The nurse contacts a social worker to assist the patient with resources. Which term best describes the nurse's actions?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Advocacy refers to the act of pleading for, supporting, or recommending a course of action. The nurse is advocating for the patient by recognizing their needs and seeking assistance.
Question 2 of 5
When caring for the patient with left sided heart failure, which of the following are subjective symptoms?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fatigue is a subjective symptom, reported by the patient, and common in left-sided heart failure due to reduced cardiac output.
Question 3 of 5
A patient arrives at the clinic reporting a new onset of angina pectoris that has persisted for the last 30 minutes. What should be the nurse's initial action?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Obtaining an EKG reading is the most appropriate initial action when a patient reports a new onset of angina pectoris. An EKG can help determine if the patient is experiencing a myocardial infarction (heart attack), which is a life-threatening condition.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following actions by the new nurse requires immediate intervention by the experienced nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Assessing both carotid pulse sites simultaneously can reduce cerebral blood flow, posing a risk to the patient.
Question 5 of 5
In the context of SBAR Communication, which part of the following message corresponds to the "A" in SBAR?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: This choice provides an assessment of the patient's pain level, which corresponds to the "Assessment" in SBAR.