ATI RN
ATI Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A home health nurse is conducting a home safety assessment for an older adult client. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a safety risk for the client? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A;D
Rationale: A water heater temperature of 130°F risks burns, and electric cords behind furniture pose a tripping hazard for older adults.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting an older adult client who sometimes loses her balance while walking. Which of the following devices should the nurse use when helping the client ambulate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A gait belt provides hands-on support, allowing the nurse to stabilize the client during balance loss.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting a client during ambulation when the client begins to fall. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Lowering the client gently to the floor minimizes injury during a fall, ensuring controlled descent.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse at an extended-care facility is instructing a class of assistive personnel (AP) about client use of assistive devices during ambulations. Which of the following instructions should the nurse give the APs about the clients' use of a cane?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The cane should be held on the weak side to provide support and maintain balance while ambulating, transferring weight from the weak leg.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is following the goals of Healthy People 2030 to provide care. Which action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Healthy People 2030 emphasizes promoting overall health and well-being, aiming to improve quality of life through preventive care and healthy lifestyle choices.