ATI RN
ATI Ns 117 Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse does not take a client's apical heart rate, but documents that it was taken in the client's electronic health record (EHR). Which of the following terms describes the nurse's actions? A. Libel B. Slander C. Battery D. Falsification Which of the following terms describes the nurse's actions?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Falsification involves documenting false information, as the nurse did not take the heart rate. Libel and slander involve defamation, and battery involves physical harm.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a prescription for a referral for case management services. Which of the following actions should the nurse identify is the responsibility of case management services? A. Arrange for the client to receive home health care services B. Write a prescription for the client's medications C. Perform nursing skills for the client such as dressing changes D. Provide education to the client about adverse effects of their medications Which of the following actions should the nurse identify is the responsibility of case management services?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Case management coordinates care, like arranging home health services. Prescribing, nursing skills, and education are handled by other roles.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with preparing a presentation on heart health at a community center for a group of clients. Which of the following actions should the nurse recommend to facilitate learning? A. Articulate wording at a slow pace B. Allow soft back-ground music to play while presenting. C. Turn down the lighting prior to presenting the information. D. Use medical terminology Which of the following actions should the nurse recommend to facilitate learning?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Speaking slowly aids comprehension. Music and low lighting distract, and medical terminology may confuse the audience.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is ordering equipment for a medical-surgical unit. Which of the following equipment should the nurse identify as being ergonomic? (Select All that Apply.) A. IV stands that are at a fixed height B. Wrist supports for computer keyboards C. Height-adjustable beds D. Standard height toilets E. Shower chairs , Which of the following equipment should the nurse identify as being ergonomic?
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Wrist supports prevent strain, height-adjustable beds promote proper mechanics, and shower chairs ensure safe positioning. Fixed IV stands and standard toilets lack adjustability.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing a presentation about hospice care services. Which of the following statements should the nurse plan to make during the presentation? A. 'During hospice care services, the client can receive their IV chemotherapy medications.' B. 'Hospice care services keep the family updated on the client's condition.' C. 'During hospice care services, the caregiver receives a break from caring for the client for personal time.' D. 'Hospice care services are initiated when the client has less than 2 years to live.' Which of the following statements should the nurse plan to make during the presentation?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hospice care focuses on palliative care and family support, including keeping families updated. Chemotherapy is curative, not typical in hospice; respite care is secondary; and hospice is for a 6-month prognosis, not 2 years.