ATI RN
ATI RN Capstone Proctored Comprehensive Assessment A Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is admitting a school-age child who has bacterial meningitis. Which of the following types of precautions should the nurse initiate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bacterial meningitis requires droplet precautions due to respiratory transmission. Protective, airborne, and contact precautions are incorrect.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting in the selection of foods for a client who has dysphagia caused by a stroke. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Scrambled eggs are soft and moist, safe for dysphagia. Crispy bars, crackers, and peanut butter risk aspiration.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who states during a counseling session, 'I am sliding off a cliff.' Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Acknowledging the client’s fear is therapeutic and encourages discussion. Dismissing, reassuring falsely, or changing topics is not helpful.
Question 4 of 5
A home health nurse is planning care for an older adult client who has vision loss and takes medications throughout the day. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Different-shaped lids help with medication adherence for vision loss. Rugs are hazardous, and monthly visits are insufficient.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse at a health department is providing anticipatory guidance to the parent of a 1-month-old infant. The nurse should inform the parent that the infant should receive which of the following immunizations at the age of 2 months?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rotavirus vaccine is given at 2 months. Influenza starts at 6 months, hepatitis A at 12–23 months, and varicella at 12–15 months.