Focus on Delegating Prioritizing Triage Disaster Practice Test

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• What is a key responsibility of the registered nurse when assigning tasks to UAP?
• What psychological factor can affect decision-making in stressful disaster scenarios?
• What is the concept behind reverse triage?
• For a client exhibiting symptoms of new-onset atrial fibrillation, what is the nurse's initial preparation?
• What is a key principle of effective triage?
• Which of the following is a reason a nurse might assign a task to UAP?
• What does the term resource limitations refer to in disaster management?
• Which patient should be asked for further assessment in a triage situation?
• How do organizational policies influence delegation in emergencies?
• After a client undergoes skeletal traction for a fractured femur, what should the nurse assess first?
• When a cardiac monitor shows an erratic rhythm, what should the nurse do first?
• Before administering intermittent feedings via a nasogastric tube, what should the nurse check first?
• How can preventative planning impact disaster response?
• What should a nurse ask first if a client undergoing peritoneal dialysis has inflow problems?
• Why might a nurse assign range-of-motion exercises to UAP?
• For a client with respiratory distress, what should be the immediate nursing priority?
• In disaster response, what is meant by the term "resource allocation"?
• Describe a key characteristic of effective triage leaders.
• How can a clear chain of command facilitate effective delegation?
• Following a cardiac catheterization, if a client experiences unrelieved chest pain after taking nitroglycerin, what is the most immediate action the nurse should take?
• When faced with multiple clients needing care, what is a crucial factor regarding delegation?
• What should the nurse do if the client becomes agitated after evaluating a high lithium level?
• Which type of client assignment is appropriate for unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)?
• What is the first step for a nurse caring for a sexual assault victim if they have never done so before?
• What does successful delegation require in a disaster response situation?
• What is the best course of action for a nurse when defibrillation has been unsuccessful three times for a client experiencing ventricular fibrillation?
• What is the primary nursing intervention for a client bitten by a snake?
• If a closed chest tube becomes disconnected, what is the nurse's first action?
• What does the acronym "S.M.A.R.T." stand for in the context of setting project goals?
• What is the immediate action a nurse should take for a client with periorbital ecchymosis after an eye injury?
• Upon finding a client's uterus is not firmly contracted during a postpartum assessment, what should the nurse do first?
• In what situation would it be inappropriate for an LPN to perform a task?
• What should a nurse reinforce when assigning UAP tasks?
• Which of the following clients would be most appropriate for the LPN to care for?
• What is the first action a nurse should take when a client shows signs of circulatory overload?
• What should a nurse do if a client with inner maxillary fixation begins to vomit?
• Which client would require nursing assessment rather than UAP assistance?
• Which attribute is important for UAP regarding their assignment?
• A post-surgical client exhibits a drop in urine output. What is an important consideration in interpreting this data?
• Which clients are appropriate for an RN to assign to a licensed practical nurse (LPN)?
• Upon admitting a child with pertussis, what is the first nursing action to undertake?
• Name a vital skill for effective triage practitioners.
• What are the colors typically used in triage tags for different severity levels?
• What tasks are most appropriate for an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) when delegating care?
• When delegating care, which of the following assessments should be performed by a registered nurse instead of an LPN?
• Which client condition would require careful monitoring by a licensed nurse?
• What should a nurse do first when a client exhibits signs of circulatory overload during an IV infusion?
• Which intervention is NOT appropriate for a client with a snakebite?
• What is the initial nursing action following the insertion of a nasogastric tube?
• A parent calls a nurse about their child splashing alcohol in their eyes. What does the nurse instruct the parent to do first?
• Which is the preferred position for a patient with a newly inserted intestinal tube?
• In the case of a mass casualty event, what should the nurse in charge of the emergency department do first?
• What impact does effective communication have on triage outcomes?
• When assessing a client with severe dehydration, what vital sign is of most concern to the nurse?
• When a client presents with severe chest pain and dyspnea, what is the nurse's first line of action?
• What is indicated when a nurse observes continuous bubbling in the water seal chamber of a chest tube?
• What can result from ineffective prioritization in disaster scenarios?
• What core principle is essential for effective differential triage?
• When managing a client with a possible tension pneumothorax, what is the priority assessment the nurse should perform first?
• For a client who sustained a serious burn injury with decreased urine output, what should the nurse do immediately?
• In flail chest management, what role does positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) play?
• What is the priority diagnosis for a client with a clouded peritoneal dialysis output?
• In delegation, what is meant by task clarity?
• A patient with a cast complains of severe pain and reduced pulse. What should the nurse do first?
• Why is training in triage protocols vital for all team members?
• A postoperative client showing signs of shock has a low blood pressure and is tachycardic. After confirming a patent airway, what should the nurse do next?
• Which client would require skilled nursing care rather than being assigned to UAP?
• What is the priority action for a nurse observing a postoperative client with only 20 mL of urine output in an hour?
• When managing a client with hyphema, what is the initial nursing intervention?
• Following the assessment of a client showing signs of respiratory distress, what is the nurse's priority action?
• What should be the focus when prioritizing patients with multiple injuries?
• What should a nurse first assess for a client diagnosed with hyperemesis gravidarum?
• What is an appropriate nursing intervention for a client receiving a blood transfusion who shows signs of transfusion reaction?
• What is a critical factor for success in disaster response teams?
• Why is prioritization critical in a multi-casualty incident?
• What is the immediate nursing intervention after internal maxillary fixation (IMF) surgery?
• In a triage scenario, which victim should the nurse prioritize for treatment?
• How can feedback mechanisms improve delegation practices?
• If the drainage from a peritoneal dialysis outflow catheter is cloudy, what should the nurse check first?
• Which of the following tasks is appropriate for UAP based on their training?
• Upon hearing a ventilator's high-pressure alarm, the nurse should first:
• What is the primary goal of delegating tasks in a disaster management setting?
• If a client with urolithiasis shows signs of urinary obstruction, what should the nurse instruct the client to do immediately?
• For a client suspected of having an air embolism, which action should the nurse take first?
• Why is flexibility important in emotional intelligence during disasters?
• In what order should a nurse visit clients when one requires blood glucose testing before a procedure?
• What can poor follow-up after delegation lead to in a disaster scenario?
• How can community education improve disaster response?
• What is the first nursing action when a postoperative client complains of dizziness upon sitting up?
• What is a critical sign of magnesium toxicity in a client receiving magnesium sulfate?
• When a client's oxygen saturation drops to 89% during suctioning, the nurse's immediate response should be to:
• Which intervention should a nurse pursue first when caring for a client who has a nasogastric tube post-bowel resection?
• What psychological considerations are important when delegating in a crisis?
• After witnessing a child's drowning, a client is in severe anxiety. What is the nurse's first action?
• In the case of an open pneumothorax, what should the nurse do immediately upon noting respiratory distress and distended neck veins?
• How can incident command systems improve delegation during disasters?
• When a nurse observes blanching, coolness, and edema at a peripheral IV site, what should be the first action?
• Why is it essential to define roles before a disaster occurs?
• Which client requires a licensed nurse, thus is not suitable for UAP assignment?
• What aspect of triage does "differential" signify?
• During emergency triage, what is the nurse's priority when assessing a new patient?
• What is the first action for a nurse caring for a burn victim upon arrival in the ED?
• What is the next step if a flashlight fails to coax an insect out of a child's ear?
• In the emergency department, what is the first nursing action for a client with an eye injury?
• For a patient experiencing mild hypoglycemia, what should the nurse administer immediately?
• What might happen if follow-up after delegation is neglected?
• What is a legal requirement for the nurse when planning client assignments?
• What is the primary reason to check the residual volume before administering feedings through a nasogastric tube?
• What signifies a severe allergic reaction in a child after a bee sting?
• What role does emotional intelligence play in enhancing teamwork during disasters?
• What does triage criteria typically include?
• Why is it important to regularly review and adjust triage protocols?
• In the case of a chemical burn from bleach ingestion, what should not be done?
• How can technology assist in triage during a disaster?
• Which of the following is a high-priority assessment for a nurse working with a client in Buck's traction?
• What is the expected nursing intervention when a client shows signs of IV site infection?
• What is the difference between triage and treatment in emergency scenarios?
• What should the nurse do immediately upon noting a hematoma at the catheter insertion site after cardiac catheterization?
• When a client reports feeling "something in my eye," what should the nurse do first?
• What role does communication play in effective delegation during a disaster?
• What is the significance of documentation in the delegation process?
• What is the significance of after-action reviews post-disaster?
• During initial rounds, which client should be assessed first by the nurse?
• What is the main concern when a client who has undergone surgery reports feeling as if they have "split open"?
• When caring for a client with status asthmaticus, what should the nurse do first?
• What should a nurse consider when assigning tasks to UAP?
• When a client shows signs of a bacterial sepsis reaction after a transfusion, what is the first intervention the nurse should implement?
• In order to assess the recovery of a postpartum client, what should the nurse evaluate first?
• A client with a spinal cord injury shows symptoms of autonomic dysreflexia. What is the nurse’s immediate action?
• How does differential triage improve patient outcomes in emergencies?
• Which client would a nurse likely prioritize for UAP assignment based on their needs?
• Upon discovering wound evisceration in a post-operative client, what is the nurse's immediate action?
• Upon receiving a report of multiple train accident victims, what is the nurse's first action?
• In the case of mechanical ventilation, if the cause of the high-pressure alarm is unclear, what should the nurse do?
• In a case of anaphylaxis following a bee sting, what is the first priority for the nurse?
• During a disaster, why is situational awareness essential for response teams?
• What is the priority nursing intervention for a child with infectious gastroenteritis upon admission?
• What should a nurse do next if constant bubbling is noted in the water seal chamber of a chest tube drainage system?
• What is one key benefit of community education in disaster preparedness?
• How does delegation affect team morale during disaster response?
• Which assignment would be best for an RN to manage based on the clients’ conditions?
• In which situation would a UAP be appropriate for client assignment?
• In the case of a suspected trachea-innominate artery fistula, after removing the tracheostomy tube, the next immediate action is to:
• Which method is commonly used to prioritize patients in a triage situation?
• In a patient receiving intravenous magnesium sulfate for seizures, what is a serious complication the nurse should monitor for?
• Why is it important to delegate tasks during a disaster response?
• What role do community resources play in disaster triage?
• What is the primary focus of triage during mass casualty incidents?
• After noticing late decelerations on the fetal monitor, what is the immediate nursing intervention?
• Which client should the nurse prioritize for care when given multiple assignments?
• What is the nurse's priority when a patient exhibits signs of respiratory distress after an IV infusion?
• A client believes they've come into contact with poison ivy. What should the nurse recommend first?
• Upon noting a serum lithium level of 2.0 mEq/L in a client taking lithium, what is the nurse's immediate action?
• What is the immediate action a nurse must take if a mechanically ventilated client pulls out the endotracheal tube?
• What is the first action a nurse should take when noticing no drainage from a chest tube?
• What is the priority intervention for preventing sickle cell crisis in a laboring client?
• When a client receiving IV morphine sulfate is assessed, which vital sign should be monitored first?
• What is the priority intervention for a nurse caring for a client who has accidentally dislodged a tracheostomy tube?
• What is the immediate intervention for a child who has ingested bleach?
• What is the most appropriate initial action for a nurse when observing a client with a new AIDS diagnosis who appears anxious?
• What does the term "tactical triage" refer to?
• What is meant by "delegated authority" in the context of emergency response?
• What should a nurse do immediately when a client reports severe pain after cataract surgery?
• During triage of multiple accident victims, what is the primary focus for care?
• Why is emotional intelligence crucial in disaster management?
• What should the nurse assess first when caring for a client with a circumferential burn?
• Which patient should a registered nurse prioritize for an assigned care to themselves over an LPN or UAP?
• What should a nurse do first when noticing unequal breath sounds in a client with an oral endotracheal tube?
• Which client should the nurse assess first among those assigned for the shift?
• In case of an acid splash in the eye, what is the nurse's immediate response?
• After cardioversion, what is the first nursing action regarding the patient's condition?
• A nurse finds a client with type 1 diabetes difficult to arouse. What should be the first intervention?
• What is the primary goal when elevating the client's legs during shock treatment?
• A client is experiencing chest pain and has a pulse oximetry reading of 84%. What should the nurse do first?
• After the insertion of an intestinal tube, what position should be used for the client?
• What is the first step in the triage process during a disaster?
• What should individuals learn through community education to aid disaster response?
• In which situation should a nurse apply the ABCs (Airway, Breathing, Circulation) principle first?
• When is it appropriate to change a mission's priority during a disaster?
• What consequence may result from clamping a chest tube when a patient has a pneumothorax?
• What is the consequence of poor delegation in disaster management?
• What tools can assist with prioritizing tasks in urgent situations?
• Describe a benefit of cross-training team members in a disaster response team.
• What is one method to enhance triage effectiveness?
• What is "differential triage" primarily focused on?
• When a client's vital signs show hypotension and decreased urine output, what condition might the nurse suspect?
• During suctioning of a ventilator-dependent client, severe bradycardia occurs. What should the nurse do immediately?
• What should a nurse do if interrupted by a call from a healthcare provider while changing a central IV catheter dressing?
• In the context of delegation, what does effective follow-up ensure?
• After an eye irrigation due to a chemical splash, what should the nurse assess next?
• Why is continuous assessment important during triage?
• What is the appropriate nurse assignment for a client undergoing brachytherapy for cervical cancer?
• What is the first action a nurse should take for a client in the fourth stage of labor?
• What is an example of a low-priority task in a disaster response?
• Which strategy can help improve prioritization in disaster management?
• What is the best position for a client experiencing a bloody nose?
• What should be the nurse's action if a client with a central line experiences sudden hypotension and tachycardia?
• What is the immediate treatment for a client showing signs of flail chest?
• What is the first action a nurse should take when a client's membranes rupture and fetal heart rate is assessed?
• A client with a blunt chest injury is showing signs of closed pneumothorax. What should the nurse do first?
• What is the nurse's first action upon observing signs of phlebitis at an IV site?
• Name a common barrier to effective delegation in emergency management.
• When caring for a patient receiving intravenous fluids, what should the nurse monitor closely?
• During nasopharyngeal suctioning, the presence of bloody secretions indicates the nurse should immediately:
• In the context of prioritizing duties, what does "urgent" refer to?
• When a nurse assesses a client with a hematoma at an IV site, what should be the nurse's initial response?
• What action should be taken to manage a client who has sustained a circumferential burn and is at risk for circulation issues?
• What is the most immediate nursing action when a client shows signs of respiratory distress during an IV fluid administration?
• What is the best initial response when a nurse observes sudden apnea in a patient on mechanical ventilation?
• After ensuring a client's airway is patent in the PACU, what should the nurse check next?
• When experiencing late decelerations, what is a critical consideration before further nursing interventions?