ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals 2019 Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to insert an IV catheter for a client following a right mastectomy. Which of the following veins should the nurse select when Initiating IV therapy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The cephalic vein in the left distal forearm avoids the right side where mastectomy-related lymphedema risks complications. Left-sided veins are safer and more accessible for IV insertion.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a newly prescribed hearing aid. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Leaving the battery in the hearing aid when not in use conserves battery life and prevents damage. Annual replacement vague time increases or maximum volume settings are incorrect or harmful.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is discussing the stages of general adaptation syndrome with a newly licensed nurse. The nurse should identify that which of the following manifestations occurs during the alarm reaction stage?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dilated pupils occur during the alarm reaction stage due to sympathetic nervous system activation preparing the body for fight-or-flight. Bradycardia depression and physical exhaustion are associated with later stages or other conditions.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for an infant who is to undergo surgery. The nurse should identify that which of the following individuals should sign the consent form?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The infant’s 17-year-old mother as the legal guardian can sign the consent form as minors are authorized to make decisions for their children in many jurisdictions. Providers grandparents or siblings lack this authority.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer gentamicin 2 mg/kg IV to a client who weighs 220 lb. How many mg should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 200
Rationale: Convert 220 lb to 99.79 kg (220 × 0.453592). Multiply by 2 mg/kg: 99.79 × 2 = 199.58 mg rounded to 200 mg.