ATI Knowledge and Clinical
Judgement Drills Questions and
Answers.
Nursing knowledge is based on which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
a. Intuition
b. Nursing research
c. Provider's recommendations
d. Discipline-specific research
e. Agency policies - Answer b. Nursing research
d. Discipline-specific research
Nursing knowledge is based on both nursing research and research conducted by other
disciplines whose knowledge is used in nursing practice. Intuition is knowing or sending
something without the use of cognitive processes and as such does not provide a basis for
nursing knowledge. And while a significant part of a client's plan of care is prescribed by the
provider, these prescriptions do not contribute to nursing knowledge. Agency policies should be
based on best practices and as such reflect nursing knowledge. However, since knowledge must
be based on research or evidence, agency policies do not provide the basis for nursing
knowledge.
The horizontal bars of patient-centered care, interdisciplinary collaboration, evidence-based
practice, quality improvement, informatics, and safety in the ATI Helix of Success were
significantly influenced by which of the following?
a. American Nurses Association (ANA)
b. National League for Nursing (NLN)
c. Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN)
d. National Comprehensive Licensure Exam for Nursing (NCLEX) - Answer c. Quality and
Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN)
The Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) project responded to the Institute of
Medicine's (IOM) recommendations for nursing education which were made based on the
current and anticipated health care needs of our society. The American Nurse's Association
(ANA) and National League for Nursing (NLN) are professional nursing organizations. The
National Comprehensive Licensure Exam for Nursing (NCLEX) is the organization that develops
the licensure exam that graduates of nursing must pass in order to become licensed.
The ability to predict client needs and anticipate changes in the health status of a client stems
from knowledge of which of the following topics?
a. Nutrition
, b. Mathematics
c. Legal and ethical issues
d. Physiology and pathophysiology - Answer d. Physiology and pathophysiology
Knowledge of physiology and pathophysiology is essential to predict client needs and anticipate
change in the health status of a client. Specific knowledge of nutrition plays a role in both health
promotion and disease prevention, and it can assist the nurse to promote health, as well as
conduct nutritional screenings and assessments. Knowledge of mathematics is used to calculate
drug dosages, convert weight, and determine intravenous flow rates. It is also used in the
calculation of intake and output and to determine nutritional needs and a percentage of weight
loss or gain. Knowledge of legal issues that impact nursing is used to protect the public, as well
as the nurse. Additionally, ethical issues are frequently encountered in healthcare, and
knowledge of these issues will assist the nurse in begin prepared to respond when encountering
a dilemma, as well as know where to seek guidance in such situations.
Match the learning strategies in the right column with its appropriate style of learning in the left
column. In the space provided, place the letter that corresponds to the correct number. Note
each style will be matched to two strategies.
a. Visual 1. Practice skills in nursing lab
b. Auditory 2. Place information on a timeline
c. Tactile 3. Use a tape recorder in class
4. Create songs or mnemonics
5. Organize notes in an outline
6. Develop models or displays - Answer 1. = c.
2. = a.
3. = b.
4. = b.
5. = a.
6. = c.
Visual learners learn best from strategies that involve sight. Auditory learners learn best by
hearing. And tactile learners learn best by touching and doing.
List and describe the five steps that should be taken to improve reading comprehension and
retention. - Answer the first step is to skim the reading assignment quickly. When skimming
the material be certain to look closely at the headings and subheadings, as well as inspect all
graphs, charts, tables, and diagrams. Also be certain to examine illustrations and read the
captions for increased understanding.
The second step is to look for basic and most important concepts by reading assignments
actively. Using a highlighter or pencil to underline or highlight keywords and phrases, placing an
Judgement Drills Questions and
Answers.
Nursing knowledge is based on which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
a. Intuition
b. Nursing research
c. Provider's recommendations
d. Discipline-specific research
e. Agency policies - Answer b. Nursing research
d. Discipline-specific research
Nursing knowledge is based on both nursing research and research conducted by other
disciplines whose knowledge is used in nursing practice. Intuition is knowing or sending
something without the use of cognitive processes and as such does not provide a basis for
nursing knowledge. And while a significant part of a client's plan of care is prescribed by the
provider, these prescriptions do not contribute to nursing knowledge. Agency policies should be
based on best practices and as such reflect nursing knowledge. However, since knowledge must
be based on research or evidence, agency policies do not provide the basis for nursing
knowledge.
The horizontal bars of patient-centered care, interdisciplinary collaboration, evidence-based
practice, quality improvement, informatics, and safety in the ATI Helix of Success were
significantly influenced by which of the following?
a. American Nurses Association (ANA)
b. National League for Nursing (NLN)
c. Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN)
d. National Comprehensive Licensure Exam for Nursing (NCLEX) - Answer c. Quality and
Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN)
The Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) project responded to the Institute of
Medicine's (IOM) recommendations for nursing education which were made based on the
current and anticipated health care needs of our society. The American Nurse's Association
(ANA) and National League for Nursing (NLN) are professional nursing organizations. The
National Comprehensive Licensure Exam for Nursing (NCLEX) is the organization that develops
the licensure exam that graduates of nursing must pass in order to become licensed.
The ability to predict client needs and anticipate changes in the health status of a client stems
from knowledge of which of the following topics?
a. Nutrition
, b. Mathematics
c. Legal and ethical issues
d. Physiology and pathophysiology - Answer d. Physiology and pathophysiology
Knowledge of physiology and pathophysiology is essential to predict client needs and anticipate
change in the health status of a client. Specific knowledge of nutrition plays a role in both health
promotion and disease prevention, and it can assist the nurse to promote health, as well as
conduct nutritional screenings and assessments. Knowledge of mathematics is used to calculate
drug dosages, convert weight, and determine intravenous flow rates. It is also used in the
calculation of intake and output and to determine nutritional needs and a percentage of weight
loss or gain. Knowledge of legal issues that impact nursing is used to protect the public, as well
as the nurse. Additionally, ethical issues are frequently encountered in healthcare, and
knowledge of these issues will assist the nurse in begin prepared to respond when encountering
a dilemma, as well as know where to seek guidance in such situations.
Match the learning strategies in the right column with its appropriate style of learning in the left
column. In the space provided, place the letter that corresponds to the correct number. Note
each style will be matched to two strategies.
a. Visual 1. Practice skills in nursing lab
b. Auditory 2. Place information on a timeline
c. Tactile 3. Use a tape recorder in class
4. Create songs or mnemonics
5. Organize notes in an outline
6. Develop models or displays - Answer 1. = c.
2. = a.
3. = b.
4. = b.
5. = a.
6. = c.
Visual learners learn best from strategies that involve sight. Auditory learners learn best by
hearing. And tactile learners learn best by touching and doing.
List and describe the five steps that should be taken to improve reading comprehension and
retention. - Answer the first step is to skim the reading assignment quickly. When skimming
the material be certain to look closely at the headings and subheadings, as well as inspect all
graphs, charts, tables, and diagrams. Also be certain to examine illustrations and read the
captions for increased understanding.
The second step is to look for basic and most important concepts by reading assignments
actively. Using a highlighter or pencil to underline or highlight keywords and phrases, placing an
