ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A drug that is classified as being a "hypnotic" means that it will:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypnotic drugs are primarily used to induce sleep by depressing central nervous system activity leading to sedation. They are commonly prescribed for insomnia or as part of anesthesia. While some hypnotics may cause a stupor-like state this is not their primary purpose. Hypnotics are not intended to directly affect pain or mimic the psychological state of hypnosis induced by hypnotherapy which operates through different mechanisms.
Question 2 of 5
How can teaching be best provided to a client who has a different primary language than the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Using an interpreter ensures accurate verbal communication bridging language barriers for complex teaching. Demonstrations visual aids and written materials are helpful but less effective without clear verbal explanation.
Question 3 of 5
A client who has been taking benzodiazepine sedative every night for two weeks wishes to stop taking them now. The nurse advises the client to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Gradual tapering of benzodiazepines under medical supervision minimizes withdrawal symptoms and rebound insomnia. Abrupt cessation weekend timing continued use or switching to antihistamines without guidance risks adverse effects.
Question 4 of 5
The nursing instructor is counselling a student nurse who feels very anxious when going to clinical. The instructor advises the student to think of each clinical day as an opportunity to learn new things. This is an example of.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reframing clinical days as learning opportunities is an example of adapting to a stressor by adjusting one’s perspective to cope better. It does not eliminate alter or avoid the stressor (clinical anxiety).
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 96-year-old client who has been admitted for treatment of a urinary tract infection. The nurse notices that the client takes two one-hour naps each day,one mid-morning and the other late afternoon. What intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Napping is a normal and beneficial behavior for older adults especially a 96-year-old and does not require intervention unless it disrupts nighttime sleep or daily activities. Encouraging wakefulness substituting therapy or prescribing sleep aids are unnecessary without evidence of a problem.