ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals 2019 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A home health nurse is teaching a client about home safety. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: Checking medication expiration dates using grab bars and having a fire escape plan enhance safety. Taping frayed cords risks fire and 140°F water heaters increase burn risks; 120°F is safer.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client how to self-administer daily low-dose heparin injections. Which of the following factors is most likely to increase the client's motivation to learn?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A client's belief that their needs will be met through education directly enhances motivation by linking learning to personal benefits such as improved health outcomes. Family approval explanations or empathy support learning but are less directly tied to intrinsic motivation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who had a stroke and requires assistance with morning ADLs. Which of the following interprofessional team members should the nurse consult?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An occupational therapist specializes in assisting with ADLs addressing the client’s needs for morning activities post-stroke. Physical therapists focus on mobility dieticians on nutrition and speech pathologists on communication/swallowing.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who is scheduled for an intravenous pyelogram. Which of the following actions is appropriate for the nurse to include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Removing metal objects prevents interference with radiographic imaging during an IVP. Suprapubic pain monitoring bowel cleansing and oral contrast are not typically required for this procedure which uses IV contrast to visualize the urinary tract.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer several medications via NG tube to a client who is receiving continuous tube feeding. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Flushing the NG tube with 5 mL of sterile water before administration clears the tube ensuring effective medication delivery and preventing blockages. Mixing medications diluting unnecessarily or combining with formula risks interactions or reduced efficacy.