ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals 2023 I 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: A,B,E
Rationale: A: Grab bars prevent falls. B: Fire plans ensure safety. E: Checking expiration dates ensures medication efficacy. C: 140°F risks scalding (120-130°F is safer). D: Taping cords is unsafe—replace them.
Question 2 of 5
A community health nurse is visiting an older adult client who recently moved into an assisted living apartment. Which of the following client statements indicates difficulty accepting their transition?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Avoiding activities due to perceived barriers suggests isolation and resistance to the transition. Other statements show acceptance or practical adaptation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse manager overhears a nurse telling a client, 'I will administer your medication by injection if you don’t swallow your pills.' The nurse manager should identify that the nurse is committing which of the following torts?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assault is a threat causing apprehension of harm. The nurse’s statement threatens an injection, constituting assault. Defamation involves false statements, battery is physical contact, and invasion of privacy involves private affairs—none apply here.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer intermittent tube feeding to a client who has a percutaneous gastrostomy tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Flushing with 5 mL water maintains patency and clears residue. pH checks are for NG tubes, 8-hour checks are too infrequent, and supine positioning risks aspiration—semi-upright is preferred.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to provide postmortem care for a client. Which of the following should the nurse perform first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Asking the family about assisting respects cultural/religious preferences, setting a respectful tone for care. Dentures stay in for facial shape, eyes are closed gently, and bright lights aren’t needed—soft lighting is preferred.