ATI RN
ATI Nur 237 Fundamentals Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
While interviewing an older female patient of Asian descent, the nurse notices that the patient looks at the ground when answering questions. What should the nurse do?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: In some Asian cultures, avoiding eye contact can be a sign of respect rather than an indicator of depression or psychological distress.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse educator is reviewing guidelines for writing an outcome statement. Which examples best indicate a correct outcome statement? (Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: D;E;F
Rationale: Correct outcome statements are specific, measurable, and time-bound. Walking 50 feet with a walker, demonstrating inhaler use, and reporting a pain level less than 4 are observable and measurable goals.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in a clinic is interviewing a client who will undergo diagnostic testing. The nurse should ask about a client's potential allergies during which phase of the nursing process?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The assessment phase involves gathering subjective and objective data about the patient. Asking about allergies is part of the initial health history to ensure safe care planning.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse formulates several nursing diagnoses then prioritizes using Maslow's hierarchy. What nursing diagnosis should have the highest priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Maslow’s hierarchy prioritizes physiological needs like nutrition first, as they are essential for survival and recovery.
Question 5 of 5
Which nursing diagnosis is written in the correct format when using NANDA-I taxonomy?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The diagnosis follows the correct NANDA-I format: Diagnosis (Impaired Skin Integrity), Etiology (physical immobility), Defining characteristics (skin tear over the sacral area).