ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals 2023 I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse identifies a small fire in a client’s room. After moving the client to safety, which of the following is the next action the nurse should take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Activate the facility’s fire alarm. This is the next action the nurse should take because it alerts others to the fire and initiates the building's evacuation protocol. This ensures the safety of all individuals in the facility.
Placing wet towels along the base of the door (
A) may help prevent smoke from entering the room, but it is not the priority when there is an active fire. Turning off electrical equipment (
B) is important to prevent further hazards, but it is not the immediate action needed in this situation. Directing a fire extinguisher at the fire (
D) should only be done if the nurse is trained in using one and if it is safe to do so; however, activating the fire alarm takes precedence.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing complementary therapies approved by the provider with a client who has hypertension. Which of the following supplements should the nurse discuss with the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Garlic. Garlic has been shown to potentially help lower blood pressure in individuals with hypertension due to its active compound allicin. Allicin has been suggested to relax blood vessels, leading to improved blood flow and reduced blood pressure. Peppermint oil (
B) is not typically used for hypertension. Licorice root (
C) can raise blood pressure and should be avoided. Chamomile (
D) is not known for its effect on blood pressure.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a medication to a client for the first time. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to help ensure safe medication administration?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Read the medication label twice prior to administration. This is crucial to ensure that the right medication, dosage, and route are being administered to the correct patient. By double-checking the medication label, the nurse can verify that there are no errors or discrepancies that could lead to medication errors. Using one patient identifier (
Choice
B) is important but not specific to medication safety. Accessing the online drug formulary (
Choice
C) is helpful for additional information but not essential for immediate safe administration. Asking the client about previous medication history (
Choice
D) is relevant but does not guarantee safe administration as it relies on the client's memory and may not always be accurate.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is performing an eye assessment for a newly admitted client. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Eyelashes that curl slightly outward. During an eye assessment, the nurse should expect to see eyelashes that curl slightly outward as this is a normal finding. This indicates good eyelash growth and positioning.
Choice A is incorrect as corneas should have a clear appearance, not opaque.
Choice B is incorrect as normal pupil size ranges from 2 to 6 mm, not 8 to 9 mm.
Choice D is incorrect as the normal blink rate is around 15 to 20 times per minute, not 30 to 35 times.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client who is at risk for falls to a medical-surgical unit. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Provide the client with a night light. This is important to reduce the risk of falls during nighttime when visibility is reduced. Placing the bedside table away from the bed (choice
A) does not directly address fall risk. Elevating full-length side rails (choice
C) may restrict the client's movement and increase the risk of injury. Keeping the room temperature at 18°C (choice
D) is important for comfort but does not directly impact fall risk.