ATI RN
ATI Nurs 100 Fundamental Final Exam Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is administering an oral medication to an older adult client. The client states, “The pill I always take is green. I don’t take an orange pill.” Which response should the nurse make?
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Answer: A - “I will check the medication order again.”
Rationale: The nurse should validate the client's statement by double-checking the medication order to ensure accuracy and prevent errors. This response demonstrates the nurse's commitment to patient safety and thoroughness in medication administration.
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B: "This is the medication that your doctor wants you to take." - This response dismisses the client's concern and does not address the discrepancy in pill color.
C: "Sometimes the same pill comes in a different color." - While this may be true, it does not address the client's specific statement and could lead to confusion.
D: "Let me explain the purpose of the medication." - While education is important, it is not addressing the immediate concern raised by the client regarding the pill color.
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