ATI RN
ATI Nurs 112 Fundamentals of Nursing Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
2.5 L =
Correct Answer: 2500
Rationale: Calculation: 2.5 L × 1000 mL/L = 2500 mL.
Question 2 of 5
The patient has a history of orthostatic hypotension. What is the priority action of the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Slow position changes prevent falls due to orthostatic hypotension. Other actions are secondary.
Question 3 of 5
When auscultating the blood pressure of a 25-year-old, the nurse hears the phase I Korotkoff sounds begin at 200 mm Hg. At 100 mm Hg the Korotkoff sounds muffle. At 92 mm Hg the Korotkoff sounds disappear. How should the nurse record this patient's blood pressure?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Record systolic (Phase I), muffling (Phase IV), and diastolic (Phase V): 200/100/92, providing a complete BP assessment.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient who lost consciousness and collapsed. Which site will be used to determine if the patient has a pulse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The carotid artery is used in emergencies to assess pulse in unconscious patients due to its strong, central flow.
Question 5 of 5
2 tsp =
Correct Answer: 10
Rationale: Calculation: 2 tsp × 5 mL/tsp = 10 mL.