ATI RN
ATI N100 Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client who has a serum calcium level of 12.3 mg/dL (9-10.5 mg/dL). Which finding should the nurse expect during the initial assessment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypercalcemia increases blood coagulability, raising the risk of thromboembolic events like blood clots.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to give a client an infusion of packed red blood cells (PRBCS). The nurse is priming her administration IV tubing, the nurse primes one side of the Y tubing with the blood and the other should be which solution?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: 0.9% normal saline is isotonic and safe for blood transfusions, preventing hemolysis or clotting.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with rheumatoid arthritis. The client is having difficulty with self-feeding due to the pain and hand deformities. The nurse would anticipate a referral will be made to which member of the interprofessional team?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Occupational therapists specialize in adaptive strategies and equipment for daily activities like self-feeding in rheumatoid arthritis.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing nutritional education to a client recently diagnosed with high cholesterol. The nurse should provide the client with which statements regarding their diet restrictions?
Correct Answer: B,E
Rationale: Avoiding trans fats and prioritizing unsaturated fats are critical for managing high cholesterol, reducing cardiovascular risk.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client who has a serum calcium level of 12.3 mg/dL (9-10.5 mg/dL). Which finding should the nurse expect during the initial assessment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypercalcemia increases blood coagulability, raising the risk of thromboembolic events like blood clots.