ATI RN
ATI Fundamentals Proctored Exam 2023-2024 with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A home health nurse is discussing dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning with a client. What information should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Carbon monoxide binds with hemoglobin in the body. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas that can be deadly when inhaled as it binds with hemoglobin in the blood, reducing the blood's ability to carry oxygen. This can lead to tissue damage and organ failure. Option A is incorrect as carbon monoxide is odorless. Option B is incorrect as water heaters should be inspected annually. Option C is incorrect as carbon monoxide primarily affects the blood, not the lungs.
Question 2 of 5
Nurse caring for client just admitted after falling. This client is oriented x3 & can follow directions. Which action(s) by nurse are appropriate to decrease risk of fall? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: C,D,E
Rationale:
Correct Answer: C, D, E
Rationale:
C: Ensuring client's call light is within reach allows client to easily request assistance, reducing risk of attempting to get up independently.
D: Providing client with nonskid footwear helps improve traction and stability, reducing risk of slipping or falling.
E: Completing a fall-risk assessment helps identify specific factors putting the client at risk, allowing for tailored interventions to prevent falls.
Incorrect
Choices:
A: Placing a belt restraint on the client is considered a restrictive measure and should only be used as a last resort due to potential negative effects on mobility and dignity.
B: Keeping bed in low position with full side rails up can lead to increased risk of falls as it restricts client's movement and independence, increasing the likelihood of attempting to get out of bed unsafely.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse tells a client that she will call the surgeon about his request. The surgeon prescribes a full liquid diet. Which level of critical thinking did the nurse use?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Basic. The nurse demonstrating basic critical thinking by recognizing the need to communicate the client's request to the surgeon without making any judgments or decisions. This level involves understanding and following established protocols without analyzing or evaluating the situation further. The other choices are incorrect because: B: Commitment involves making decisions based on critical thinking and taking responsibility for them. C: Complex requires analyzing multiple variables and considering different perspectives. D: Integrity involves honesty and ethical decision-making. E, F, G are not provided as options.
Question 4 of 5
Nursing instructor explaining various stages of lifespan to students. Nurse should offer which following behavior by young adult as example of appropriate psychosocial development?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because in young adulthood, individuals typically focus on establishing their careers and developing a sense of identity. This behavior aligns with Erikson's psychosocial stage of intimacy vs. isolation.
Choices A, B, and D are incorrect for a young adult's appropriate psychosocial development. A focuses on generativity, which is more typical of middle adulthood. B suggests dealing with losses, which is more aligned with later stages of life. D describes the 'sandwich generation' phenomenon, which occurs later in life when individuals are responsible for both their children and aging parents.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing a care plan for a patient who is immobile. Which psychosocial aspect will the nurse consider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Loss of hope. When a patient is immobile, they may experience feelings of hopelessness, helplessness, and depression. Addressing the patient's psychosocial needs, such as providing emotional support and encouragement, is crucial in their care plan. Loss of bone mass (
A), loss of strength (
B), and loss of weight (
C) are important physiological considerations in immobility but do not directly address the patient's emotional well-being. Hence, they are incorrect choices in this context.