ATI RN
ATI Nurs 211 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
What is the focus of nursing informatics theory?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Nursing informatics theory focuses on integrating technology to enhance patient care, safety, and outcomes. Enhancing communication, developing guidelines, and managing resources are related but secondary.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a group of students about the meaningful use of electronic health records (EHRS). The nurse should identify which of the following as the purpose of Meaningful Use of the EHR?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The primary goal of Meaningful Use is to enhance healthcare delivery by ensuring that healthcare providers effectively use EHRs to improve the quality, safety, and efficiency of care, while promoting better health outcomes and population health management.
Question 3 of 5
When describing the various theories underlying informatics, which theory addresses change in society and an individual?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rogers Diffusion of Innovation Theory explains how innovations, such as new technologies, are adopted within society and by individuals, emphasizing the process of change. General Systems Theory focuses on system interactions, Chaos Theory addresses unpredictability, and Lewin's Field Theory emphasizes behavior within organizational contexts.
Question 4 of 5
The most widely used bibliographic database by nursing professionals is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: CINAHL (Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature) is the most widely used database by nursing professionals for research and evidence-based practice. ANA is an organization, Socinfo focuses on social sciences, and Medic is not a recognized database.
Question 5 of 5
Which one of the following is a disadvantage of using electronic records in patient care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dependence on internet access can disrupt access to electronic records during outages or connectivity problems, making it a significant disadvantage. Improving quality of care, providing real-time information, and enhanced security are advantages of electronic records.