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1 Clinical Prioritization and Safe Care Online Quiz Questions

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20 questions

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A stable client is waiting for routine teaching, another needs help walking, and a third has new noisy breathing. What should the nurse do first?

A
Promptly assess the client with new noisy breathing and escalate based on findings and local protocol.
B
Complete the routine teaching first because it is already scheduled.
C
Ask the client with noisy breathing to wait while you arrange bathroom assistance.
D
Delegate the assessment of the new breathing problem to any available staff member.

True or false

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True or false: When using ABCDE, the nurse should finish assessing all five components before treating a life-threatening problem found during the assessment.

A
True
B
False

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1 point

In the practical prioritization sequence, after addressing immediate threats to life or safety, the nurse should .

Written response

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In the ABCDE approach, what component includes checking responsiveness and relevant neurologic status?

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Before assigning a task, which factors should the nurse consider? Select all that apply.

A
Check that the task is permitted by applicable law and policy.
B
Assign the task whenever it would save the nurse time.
C
Consider whether the task is appropriate for the client's condition.
D
Assume that a job title alone proves competence for every task.
E
Check that the person has demonstrated competence for the task.

True or false

1 point

True or false: If a capable client refuses treatment, the nurse should respect the decision and promptly communicate the refusal when it affects safety or the plan of care.

A
True
B
False

Written response

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After an intervention, what one-word action should the nurse take to evaluate the client's response and update the plan?

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A safe handoff should communicate the client's current condition, recent changes, unresolved concerns, , and who is responsible next.

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When delegating a suitable task, which actions support safe communication and oversight? Select all that apply.

A
Explain the task and any relevant limits.
B
Tell the person to report changes only if they believe it is necessary.
C
Specify when a change should be reported.
D
Supervise and follow up on the task's outcome.
E
Transfer responsibility for clinical judgment to the person completing the task.

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1 point

Two clients have needs that are simultaneously urgent. What is the safest response?

A
Finish one task alone before telling anyone about the other urgent need.
B
Choose one client and leave the other without needed attention.
C
Call for assistance and coordinate parallel care.
D
Delay both needs until the routine work is complete.

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A client awaiting routine teaching may have an unsafe swallow. What should the nurse prioritize?

A
Complete routine teaching first because it is already on the schedule.
B
Assess and address the potential unsafe swallow before routine teaching.
C
Delay both needs until the end of the shift.
D
Delegate the swallow assessment to unqualified personnel.

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During a transfer, the medication information available does not match a new order. What should the nurse do?

A
Wait for the next routine medication review without telling anyone.
B
Assume the information available is correct and do not compare it with new orders.
C
Ask the client to resolve the discrepancy independently.
D
Compare the available medication information with new orders and communicate the discrepancy through the appropriate process.

Open ended

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During rounds, one client reports new chest pressure, a second needs assistance walking to the bathroom, and a third is waiting for routine discharge instructions. Describe how the nurse should prioritize and respond to these needs, including what should happen after the urgent response.

True or false

1 point

True or false: During an ABCDE assessment, appropriate team members may perform actions in parallel while life-threatening problems are treated as they are identified.

A
True
B
False

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1 point

A nurse is caring for a stable client who is waiting for routine teaching and another client who has developed new noisy breathing. What should the nurse do first?

A
Complete routine teaching first because it is already scheduled.
B
Assess the client with new noisy breathing and escalate based on the findings.
C
Assist the stable client with routine care before assessing either client.
D
Wait for another measurement before responding to the breathing change.

Written response

1 point

During an ABCDE assessment, which component includes checking a client’s responsiveness and relevant neurologic status?

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At a shift change, which information should the nurse include to support a safe handoff?

A
The client’s original reason for admission and a list of routine tasks already completed.
B
The nurse’s preferred order for completing tomorrow’s routine care.
C
The client’s current condition, recent changes, unresolved concerns, pending actions, and next responsible person.
D
Only information that has not previously been documented.

Written response

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A nurse transferring responsibility for a client communicates the client’s current condition, recent changes, unresolved concerns, pending actions, and who is responsible next. What is this communication process called?

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A nurse is considering assigning a task to another team member. Which approach best supports safe delegation?

A
Assign the task whenever it is routine, then transfer responsibility for the outcome.
B
Check policy, the client’s condition, and the other person’s competence; provide oversight and follow up.
C
Delegate the task if the other person agrees, even if it requires nursing assessment.
D
Assign the task and ask the person to decide independently when a change requires reporting.

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A client is capable of making this decision and refuses a treatment that could affect the plan of care. What is the nurse’s best response?

A
Respect the decision and promptly communicate the refusal if it affects safety or the plan of care.
B
Proceed with the treatment because the nurse believes it is important.
C
Delay documenting or communicating the refusal until routine tasks are finished.
D
Ask another team member to obtain consent without discussing the concern with the client.