ATI RN
ATI Nsg 131 Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse accidentally sticks her hand with a syringe needle after administering an IM injection to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Washing the puncture area with soap and water reduces infection risk immediately.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who needs to increase his protein intake. The client tells the nurse some of the food he enjoys. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend as the best source of protein among these suggestions?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chicken provides high-quality protein with low fat, making it the best choice for increasing protein intake.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer three liquid medications to a client who has an NG feeding tube with continuous enteral feedings. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Flushing the NG tube with 30 mL of water ensures medications are cleared and absorbed, preventing tube occlusion.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is administering a powdered medication to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Checking for allergies ensures safe medication administration, preventing adverse reactions.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has an infection. The nurse should use which of the following strategies to prevent the transmission of the client's infection?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hand hygiene is critical to prevent pathogen transmission during client contact.