LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT ATI COMPREHENSIVE EXAM STUDYGUIDE FOR EXCLUSIVE SUCCESS
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LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT ATI COMPREHENSIVE EXAM STUDYGUIDE FOR EXCLUSIVE SUCCESS
Which is a recommended guideline for safe computerized charting? - correct answer-Passwords to the computer system should only be changed if lost.
2.
Computer terminals may be left unattende...
LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT ATI
COMPREHENSIVE EXAM STUDYGUIDE
FOR EXCLUSIVE SUCCESS
Which is a recommended guideline for safe computerized charting? - correct
answer-Passwords to the computer system should only be changed if lost.
2.
Computer terminals may be left unattended during client-care activities.
3.
Accidental deletions from the computerized file need to be reported to the nursing
manager or supervisor. (correct)
4.
Copies of printouts from computerized files should be kept on a clipboard at the
nurses' station for other nurses to access.
rationale: After any inadvertent deletions of permanent computerized records, the
nurse should type an explanation into the computer file with the date, time, and his or
her initials. The nurse should also contact the nursing manager or supervisor with a
written explanation of the situation. Options 1, 2, and 4 represent unsafe charting
actions. Only option 3 follows the guidelines for safe computer charting.
The licensed practical nurse (LPN) enters a client's room and finds the client sitting
on the floor. The LPN calls the registered nurse, who checks the client thoroughly
and then assists the client back into bed. The LPN completes an incident report, and
the nursing supervisor and health care provider (HCP) are notified of the incident.
Which is the next nursing action regarding the incident? - correct answer-Place the
incident report in the client's chart.
2.
Make a copy of the incident report for the HCP.
,3.
Document a complete entry in the client's record concerning the incident. (correct)
4.
Document in the client's record that an incident report has been completed
RATIONALE: The incident report is confidential and privileged information, and it
should not be copied, placed in the chart, or have any reference made to it in the
client's record. The incident report is not a substitute for a complete entry in the
client's record concerning the incident.
An unconscious client, bleeding profusely, is brought to the emergency department
after a serious accident. Surgery is required immediately to save the client's life. With
regard to informed consent for the surgical procedure, which is the best action? -
correct answer-Call the nursing supervisor to initiate a court order for the surgical
procedure.
2.
Try calling the client's spouse to obtain telephone consent before the surgical
procedure.
3.
Ask the friend who accompanied the client to the emergency department to sign the
consent form.
4.
Transport the client to the operating department immediately, as required by the
health care provider, without obtaining an informed consent. (CORRECT)
RATIONALE: Generally there are only two instances in which the informed consent
of an adult client is not needed. One instance is when an emergency is present and
delaying treatment for the purpose of obtaining informed consent would result in
injury or death to the client. The second instance is when the client waives the right
to give informed consent. Options 1, 2, and 3 are inappropriate
The nurse arrives at work and is told to report (float) to the pediatric unit for the day
because the unit is understaffed and needs additional nurses to care for the clients.
The nurse has never worked in the pediatric unit. Which is the appropriate nursing
action? - correct answer-.
Call the hospital lawyer.
2.
Call the nursing supervisor.
3.
Refuse to float to the pediatric unit.
4.
Report to the pediatric unit and identify tasks that can be safely performed (correct)
,RATIONALE: Floating is an acceptable legal practice used by hospitals to solve their
understaffing problems. Legally the nurse cannot refuse to float unless a union
contract guarantees that the nurse can only work in a specified area or the nurse can
prove a lack of knowledge for the performance of assigned tasks. When faced with
this situation, the nurse should identify potential areas of harm to the client
The nurse enters a client's room and notes that the client's lawyer is present and that
the client is preparing a living will. The living will requires that the client's signature
be witnessed, and the client asks the nurse to witness the signature. Which is the
appropriate nursing action? - correct answer-Decline to sign the will. (CORRECT)
2.
Sign the will as a witness to the signature only.
3.
Call the hospital lawyer before signing the will.
4.
Sign the will, clearly identifying credentials and employment agency.
RATIONALE: Living wills are required to be in writing and signed by the client. The
client's signature either must be witnessed by specified individuals or notarized.
Many states prohibit any employee from being a witness, including the nurse in a
facility in which the client is receiving care.
The nurse finds the client lying on the floor. The nurse calls the registered nurse,
who checks the client and then calls the nursing supervisor and the health care
provider to inform them of the occurrence. The nurse completes the incident report
for which purpose? - correct answer-roviding clients with necessary stabilizing
treatments
2.
A method of promoting quality care and risk management (correct)
3.
Determining the effectiveness of interventions in relation to outcomes
4.
The appropriate method of reporting to local, state, and federal agencies
RATIONALE: Proper documentation of unusual occurrences, incidents, accidents,
and the nursing actions taken as a result of the occurrence are internal to the
institution or agency. Documentation on the incident report allows the nurse and
administration to review the quality of care and determine any potential risks present.
Options 1, 3, and 4 are incorrect.
The nurse observes that a client received pain medication 1 hour ago from another
nurse, but the client still has severe pain. The nurse has previously observed this
, same occurrence. Based on the nurse practice act, the observing nurse should plan
to take which action? - correct answer-Report the information to the police.
2.
Call the impaired nurse organization.
3.
Talk with the nurse who gave the medication.
4.
Report the information to a nursing supervisor. (CORRECT)
RATIONALE: Nurse practice acts require reporting the suspicion of impaired nurses.
The state board of nursing has jurisdiction over the practice of nursing and may
develop plans for treatment and supervision. This suspicion needs to be reported to
the nursing supervisor, who will then report to the board of nursing. Options 1 and 2
are inappropriate. Option 3 may cause a conflict.
A nurse lawyer provides an education session to the nursing staff regarding client
rights. The nurse asks the lawyer to describe an example that may relate to invasion
of client privacy. Which nursing action indicates a violation of client privacy? - correct
answer-Threatening to place a client in restraints
2.
Performing a surgical procedure without consent
3.
Taking photographs of the client without consent (CORRECT)
4.
Telling the client that he or she cannot leave the hospital
RATIONALE: Invasion of privacy takes place when an individual's private affairs are
intruded on unreasonably. Threatening to place a client in restraints constitutes
assault. Performing a surgical procedure without consent is an example of battery.
Not allowing a client to leave the hospital constitutes false imprisonment
An older woman is brought to the emergency department. When caring for the client,
the nurse notes old and new ecchymotic areas on both of the client's arms and
buttocks. The nurse asks the client how the bruises were sustained. The client,
although reluctant, tells the nurse in confidence that her daughter frequently hits her
if she gets in the way. Which is the appropriate nursing response? - correct answer-I
have a legal obligation to report this type of abuse." (CORRECT)
2.
"I promise I won't tell anyone, but let's see what we can do about this."
3.
"Let's talk about ways that will prevent your daughter from hitting you."
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