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ATI Fundamentals Proctored Exam 2023 Quizlet
1. Which of the following clusters of data belong to Maslow’s hierarchy of needs?
- A. Love and belonging
- B. Physiological needs
- C. Self-actualization
- D. All of the above
Correct answer: D
Rationale: Maslow's hierarchy of needs is a theory in psychology that categorizes human needs into five levels: physiological needs, safety needs, love and belongingness, esteem needs, and self-actualization. 'Love and belonging' corresponds to the third level, 'Physiological needs' to the first level, and 'Self-actualization' to the highest level. Therefore, all the clusters listed in the choices are part of Maslow's hierarchy of needs. Selecting 'All of the above' (option D) is the correct answer as it includes all the clusters associated with Maslow's theory.
2. What is the most important legal responsibility for the healthcare team after a patient's death in a hospital?
- A. Obtaining consent for an autopsy
- B. Notifying the coroner or medical examiner
- C. Labeling the body appropriately
- D. Ensuring the attending physician issues the death certificate
Correct answer: D
Rationale: After a patient's death in a hospital, the most crucial legal responsibility for the healthcare team is ensuring that the attending physician issues the death certificate. The death certificate is a vital legal document that confirms the cause of death and is required for legal and administrative purposes, including the completion of the patient's medical records and facilitating the family's ability to proceed with funeral arrangements and insurance claims. While other actions such as obtaining consent for an autopsy, notifying the coroner or medical examiner, and labeling the body appropriately are important, ensuring the timely and accurate issuance of the death certificate takes precedence in this scenario.
3. A public health nurse is managing several projects for the community. Which of the following interventions should the nurse identify as a primary prevention strategy?
- A. Teaching parenting skills to expectant mothers and their partners.
- B. Conducting mental health screenings at the local community center
- C. Referring clients with obesity to community exercise programs
- D. Providing crisis intervention through a mobile counseling unit
Correct answer: Teaching parenting skills to expectant mothers and their partners.
Rationale: The correct answer is teaching parenting skills to expectant mothers and their partners. This intervention is a primary prevention strategy aimed at educating individuals before a problem or condition develops. By teaching parenting skills, the nurse is promoting healthy behaviors and relationships, which can prevent future issues. The other options involve secondary or tertiary prevention strategies by identifying and treating existing conditions or providing interventions after a problem has occurred.
4. A patient with no known allergies is to receive penicillin every 6 hours. When administering the medication, the nurse observes a fine rash on the patient’s skin. The most appropriate nursing action would be to:
- A. Withhold the medication and notify the physician
- B. Administer the medication and notify the physician
- C. Administer the medication with an antihistamine
- D. Apply corn starch soaks to the rash
Correct answer: A
Rationale: In this scenario, the appearance of a rash after administering penicillin, even in a patient with no known allergies, is concerning for a potential allergic reaction. The appropriate action for the nurse to take is to withhold the medication and notify the physician. This precaution is necessary to prevent further administration of a medication that may be causing an adverse reaction, as allergic reactions can range from mild to severe and require immediate intervention.
5. While reviewing the laboratory results of a group of clients, which infection should the nurse in a provider's office report?
- A. Herpes simplex
- B. Human papillomavirus
- C. Candidiasis
- D. Chlamydia
Correct answer: D
Rationale: Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection that requires notification and intervention due to its public health implications and potential complications if left untreated. Reporting Chlamydia is crucial to initiate appropriate treatment, prevent further spread of the infection, and provide necessary counseling to affected individuals. While other infections like herpes simplex, human papillomavirus, and candidiasis are also significant, Chlamydia is particularly important to report in this context.