ATI Safety Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified

ATI Safety Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified What is the primary goal of patient safety in healthcare settings? A. To improve staff productivity B. To prevent harm and ensure the well-being of patients C. To reduce hospital costs D. To increase the number of patients seen Which of the following is a critical factor in preventing healthcare-associated infections (HAIs)? A. Proper hand hygiene B. Routine use of antibiotics C. Frequent repositioning of patients D. Limiting patient visitors What should a nurse do when noticing a medication error? A. Report the error immediately to the healthcare provider and document it B. Try to correct the error without informing anyone 2 C. Wait until the end of the shift to report the error D. Only inform the patient involved about the error What is an essential component of a fall prevention program in healthcare settings? A. Regular patient assessment for fall risk B. Providing high doses of sedatives to reduce anxiety C. Limiting patient mobility to prevent falls D. Ensuring all patients wear non-slip shoes at all times When should a nurse wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in a hospital setting? A. When caring for patients with known or suspected infections B. Only when performing invasive procedures C. During routine tasks such as checking vital signs D. Only when transferring patients Which of the following is a key strategy to prevent medication errors? A. Verifying the patient’s identity before administering medications B. Administering medications without reviewing the patient’s medical history 3 C. Relying solely on verbal orders from physicians D. Administering medications without a second nurse check What action should be taken to prevent patient identification errors? A. Ask the patient their name and proceed without confirmation B. Use two patient identifiers (e.g., name and date of birth) before any procedure C. Only verify the patient's identity once a day D. Rely on staff memory to identify the patient What should a nurse do if they observe a safety hazard in the patient care area? A. Immediately report the hazard to the appropriate personnel B. Ignore the hazard if it doesn't appear to cause immediate harm C. Attempt to fix the hazard on their own D. Wait until the end of the shift to address the issue Which of the following is the most important factor in preventing pressure ulcers in immobile patients? A. Administering analgesics for comfort 4 B. Keeping the patient in one position to avoid movement C. Repositioning the patient frequently D. Using high-dose vitamin supplements What is the primary purpose of a safety event report? A. To document incidents and improve safety protocols B. To assign blame for errors C. To report minor incidents to insurance companies D. To avoid disciplinary action for staff members When should a nurse check the expiration