ATI RN
ATI Nurs 100 Fundamental Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client prior to the administration of morphine. The nurse should recognize which assessment is the priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Morphine can depress respiration; assessing respiratory rate is critical.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client about the Rinne test. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The Rinne test uses a tuning fork to compare air and bone conduction.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer medications to two patients with the same last name. After the administration, the nurse realizes that she did not check the identification of the patient before administering medication. Which action should the nurse complete first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing the patient first ensures no adverse effects from the error.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has impaired mobility. Which of the following support devices should the nurse plan to use to prevent the client from developing plantar flexion contractures?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A footboard maintains neutral foot positioning to prevent plantar flexion contractures.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer levothyroxine 0.75 mg PO once a day. The amount available is levothyroxine 88 mcg/tablet. How many tablets should the nurse administer per dose?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: 0.75 mg = 750 mcg; 750 ÷ 88 mcg/tablet ≈ 8.52, rounded to 9 tablets.