Practice Question
A nurse is orienting a newly licensed nurse on the neurological unit. Which of the following clients should the nurse assign to the newly licensed nurse?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
A client who sustained a concussion and is being monitored for complications
Rationale:
◼A newly licensed nurse is generally suitable for caring for clients with less complex conditions.
◼A concussion that is being monitored for complications is relatively stable compared to the other clients, such as those with tracheostomies or multiple sclerosis.
◼This assignment allows the newly licensed nurse to gain experience in observing for complications while still working within their scope of competence.
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This question is from RN Leadership 2023 Exam 2 which contains 65 questions.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Leadership & Management
- Answer Choices: 4