ATI RN
ATI NUR 104 Final Assessment Fundamentals Questions
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client who has schizophrenia and is experiencing hallucinations. The provider prescribes chlorpromazine 50 mg IM every 4 hr as needed. Available is chlorpromazine Injection 25 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer per dose? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Question 1 of 5
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale: Calculate: 50 mg ÷ 25 mg/mL = 2 mL.
Extract:
A nurse is teaching a client who has asthma about how to use an albuterol inhaler. Which of the following actions by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Question 2 of 5
The client waits 10 min between inhalations
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Holding the breath for 10 seconds enhances medication deposition in the lungs. Waiting 10 min is excessive, quick inhalation is incorrect, and exhaling during release prevents effective delivery.
Extract:
A nurse is completing the initial admission assessment and history for a client. Which of the following is the priority action for the nurse to take?
Question 3 of 5
Provide a schedule of visiting hours to the client's family
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Documenting allergies is critical to prevent adverse reactions, taking priority over family schedules, care planning, or teaching.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client who is scheduled for an elective surgical procedure. Which of the following actions should the nurse take regarding informed consent?
Question 4 of 5
Explain the risks and benefits of the procedure
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The nurse witnesses the client’s signature, confirming voluntary consent. Explaining risks, obtaining consent, or explaining the procedure is the provider’s role.
Extract:
A nurse is administering an oral medication to an older adult client. The client states, 'The pill I always take is green. I don't take an orange pill.' Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Question 5 of 5
I will check your medication order again
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Checking the medication order addresses the client’s concern and ensures safety. Other responses do not verify the medication’s accuracy.