ATI RN
ATI Nurs100102 Fundamentals Retake Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting an older adult client who sometimes loses her balance while walking. Which of the following devices should the nurse use when helping the client ambulate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A gait belt provides secure support for balance issues, unlike harnesses, canes, or walkers, which are client-used devices.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following abdominal surgery. The surgeon initially prescribes a clear liquid diet. Which of the following items should the nurse include on the client's lunch tray?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cranberry juice is clear and suitable, unlike yogurt, sherbet, or carrot juice (not clear liquids).
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to perform hand hygiene. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Applying 4 to 5 ml of soap ensures thorough cleaning, unlike holding hands high, rubbing to dry, or using hot water, which risk contamination or irritation.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in a clinic is interviewing a client who will undergo diagnostic testing. The nurse should ask about a client's potential allergies during which phase of the nursing process?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Allergies are assessed during the assessment phase to ensure safe care, unlike evaluation, planning, or implementation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a new group of assistive personnel (AP) about the importance of hand hygiene. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rubbing with alcohol for 20-30 seconds ensures pathogen elimination, unlike assuming no infection, skipping hand washing with gloves, or using alcohol on soiled hands.