ATI RN
ATI Ns 117 Fundamentals Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting with teaching a class about alternative medicine. The nurse should include that which of the following practices is based on a balance of the body, mind, and spirit to prevent disease?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ayurveda emphasizes body, mind, and spirit balance for disease prevention, unlike homeopathy, naturopathy, or functional medicine, which focus elsewhere.
Question 2 of 5
What is the purpose of evidence-based practice (EBP) in nursing?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: EBP integrates research, expertise, and patient preferences to improve outcomes, unlike rigid protocols, time-saving, or tradition-based care.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data on an older adult client. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Aging increases cerumen buildup, unlike peripheral vision, touch sensitivity, or pupil size, which typically decrease.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is receiving morphine via a patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) infusion device. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reporting uncontrolled pain shows understanding of PCA limitations, unlike overdose fears, family use, or minimal use misconceptions.
Question 5 of 5
A charge nurse is teaching a newly licensed nurse about the use of critical pathways. Which of the following should the charge nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Critical pathways standardize care, improving outcomes and reducing costs, unlike individual provider development, strict order adherence, or health promotion focus.