ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals 2023 I Questions
Question 1 of 5
A community health nurse is visiting an older adult client who recently moved into an assisted living apartment. Which of the following client statements indicates difficulty accepting their transition?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Avoiding activities due to perceived barriers suggests isolation and resistance to the transition. Other statements show acceptance or practical adaptation.
Question 2 of 5
A home health nurse is teaching a client about home safety. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,E
Rationale: A: Grab bars prevent falls. B: Fire plans ensure safety. E: Checking expiration dates ensures medication efficacy. C: 140°F risks scalding (120-130°F is safer). D: Taping cords is unsafe—replace them.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who reports frequent headaches and believes balance is achieved through the concept of yin and yang. Which of the following foods should the nurse expect the client to choose to treat their headache?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), yin and yang describe balance between opposing forces. Headaches may indicate excess yang (warmth, activity). Honey, a yin-nourishing food with cooling properties, helps reduce yang energy. Fresh vegetables lack specific yin/yang ties, chicken is neutral, and chili peppers increase yang, potentially worsening the headache.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is performing an eye assessment for a newly admitted client. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Eyelashes curling outward are normal, protecting the eye. Opaque corneas, dilated pupils (8-9 mm), and excessive blinking (30-35/min vs. 15-20) are abnormal.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching for the client and their caregiver. Which of the following information should the nurse include? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,F,G
Rationale: B: Tapering prednisone prevents adrenal insufficiency. C: Adjusting oxygen aids breathing (with guidance). F: Morning dosing aligns with cortisol rhythm. G: Keeping oxygen 8 feet from heat prevents fire hazards. A, D, E lack specific support from the MAR.