ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals 2023 Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has hypocalcemia. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Hypocalcemia increases neuromuscular excitability, causing tingling (paresthesia) around the lips (
A), positive Trousseau’s sign (
C) from carpal spasm, and muscle cramps (E). Abdominal distention (
B) isn’t typical, and Chvostek’s sign is positive (not negative,
D) in hypocalcemia.
Question 2 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: Outward-curling eyelashes (
C) are normal. Pupils are 3-5 mm (
A), blinking is 15-20 times/min (
B), and corneas are clear (D, not opaque).
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to transfer a client to the radiology department using a wheelchair. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lowering footplates (
B) prevents leg injury during transfer. Leaving a belt (
A) risks pressure ulcers, backing into elevators (
C) isn’t necessary, and forward weight (
D) increases fall risk.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to document in the client's medical record. The nurse should identify that which of the following abbreviations are specified by The Joint Commission for placement on a facility's Do Not Use list? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: U' (
A) risks misreading as 'units,' 'IU' (
C) as 'IV,' and 'q.d' (
D) as 'qid'—all on the Do Not Use list for safety. 'I & O' (
B) and 'PRN' (E) are allowed.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is administering a medication to a client. The nurse identifies the client has an allergy to the medication after it has been administered. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing for changes (
B) is the priority to manage potential allergic reactions, per ABCs. Notifying (
A), reporting (
C), and antidote (
D) follow assessment.