ATI RN
ATI Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client smoking in his bathroom has dropped a cigarette butt into wastepaper basket, which begins to smolder. Which of the following actions is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The nurse's priority is to activate the fire alarm immediately to alert others in the building, ensuring a timely evacuation and response.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult client who states, 'I am afraid that I may fall while walking to the bathroom during the night.' Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A nightlight improves visibility, helping the client navigate safely to the bathroom at night.
Question 3 of 5
A client smoking in his bathroom has dropped a cigarette butt into wastepaper basket, which begins to smolder. Which of the following actions is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The nurse's priority is to activate the fire alarm immediately to alert others in the building, ensuring a timely evacuation and response.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing range of motion (ROM) for a patient with impaired mobility. Which technique will the nurse use for each movement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This technique is the most appropriate when performing passive ROM exercises. The nurse should gently move the joint through its range of motion and stop at the point where resistance is felt, but without pushing into pain or forcing movement beyond the joint’s natural limits. This approach helps prevent injury while still providing the necessary mobility and flexibility.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assessing the patient for respiratory complications of immobility. Which action will the nurse take assessing the respiratory system?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
To properly assess for respiratory complications related to immobility, the nurse should auscultate all lung fields to detect abnormal lung sounds such as crackles, wheezes, or decreased breath sounds. This thorough assessment helps identify early signs of respiratory compromise, such as atelectasis or pneumonia.