ATI RN
ATI Fundamentals Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client has accepted the fact that they need bypass surgery for a blocked artery and has been admitted to the hospital. Which one of the following stages of illness is this client experiencing?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The client is experiencing Stage 2 of illness known as the assumption of the sick role. In this stage the client acknowledges the illness accepts the need for medical intervention (such as bypass surgery) and seeks care by being admitted to the hospital. Stage 1 involves symptom experience Stage 3 is medical care contact (consulting professionals) Stage 4 is the dependent patient role (undergoing treatment) and Stage 5 is recovery. The client’s acceptance and hospital admission align with Stage 2 as they have recognized the illness and are taking action to address it.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following is an example of a closed-ended question or statement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A closed-ended question can be answered with a simple "yes" or "no" or specific information. "Did you take those drugs?" is a closed-ended question as it elicits a yes/no response unlike the other options which are open-ended and encourage detailed answers.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is educating a preoperative client on how to effectively deep breathe. Which instruction would be included?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: When educating a preoperative client on how to effectively deep breathe the nurse should instruct the client to make each breath deep enough to move the bottom ribs. This ensures diaphragmatic breathing which fully expands the lungs improves oxygenation and helps prevent postoperative complications like atelectasis or pneumonia. Breathing in through the mouth and out through the nose (
A) is not specific to deep breathing weekly practice (
C) is insufficient for preoperative preparation and breathing only through the mouth (
D) is not optimal for effective lung expansion.
Question 4 of 5
When planning interventions to promote a client's appetite,which of the following would be included in the client's plan?
Correct Answer: C,D
Rationale:
To promote a client's appetite interventions should include providing a tidy clean environment free of unpleasant sights or odors and encouraging oral hygiene after mealtime. These create a pleasant dining experience and improve food taste unlike unfamiliar foods or poorly timed treatments.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is educating a postoperative client on essential nutrition for healing. Which statement by the client would indicate a need for information?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Restricting the diet to only fats and carbohydrates indicates a need for further education as a balanced diet with protein vitamins and minerals is essential for postoperative healing. The other statements reflect appropriate nutritional choices for healing.