ATI RN
ATI NUR 112 Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with multiple sclerosis starts a new prescription, baclofen, to control muscle spasticity. Three days later, the client calls the clinic nurse and reports feeling fatigued and dizzy. Which instruction should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Baclofen’s common side effects include dizziness and fatigue, so avoiding hazardous activities ensures safety. Stopping abruptly, diet changes, or ER visits are inappropriate.
Question 2 of 5
Prior to administering an oral dose of methylprednisolone, the nurse determines the client’s serum total calcium level is 5.5 mg/dL (1.375 mmol/L). What action is most important for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Severe hypocalcemia (5.5 mg/dL) risks arrhythmias and seizures, requiring immediate provider notification. Dietary teaching, tapering, or milk are insufficient.
Question 3 of 5
Which laboratory value should the nurse review prior to administering the initial dose of a statin medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Statins risk hepatotoxicity, so baseline liver enzymes are critical. CBC, electrolytes, and glucose are less relevant.
Question 4 of 5
A client who has been experiencing headaches since using the herbal remedy feverfew. Which information is important to include for this client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Feverfew’s allergenic potential in clients sensitive to chamomile, ragweed, or yarrow is critical to prevent severe reactions. Other effects are less urgent.
Question 5 of 5
A client who has been taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) is experiencing gastric pain and blood in his stool. The healthcare provider discontinues the NSAIDs and prescribes esomeprazole. Which information should the nurse include in this client’s teaching plan?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Black stools may indicate GI bleeding, a serious concern requiring immediate provider notification. Bland diets, minor side effects, and NSAID resumption are less critical.