ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals 2019 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who had a stroke and requires assistance with morning ADLs. Which of the following interprofessional team members should the nurse consult?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An occupational therapist specializes in assisting with ADLs addressing the client’s needs for morning activities post-stroke. Physical therapists focus on mobility dieticians on nutrition and speech pathologists on communication/swallowing.
Question 2 of 5
A home health nurse is teaching a client about home safety. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: Checking medication expiration dates using grab bars and having a fire escape plan enhance safety. Taping frayed cords risks fire and 140°F water heaters increase burn risks; 120°F is safer.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is at risk for thrombus formation. Which of the following statements made by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Performing leg exercises every 4 hours promotes circulation reducing thrombus risk. Massaging legs crossing legs or prolonged sitting increase clot risk or do not address prevention effectively.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who is scheduled for an intravenous pyelogram. Which of the following actions is appropriate for the nurse to include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Removing metal objects prevents interference with radiographic imaging during an IVP. Suprapubic pain monitoring bowel cleansing and oral contrast are not typically required for this procedure which uses IV contrast to visualize the urinary tract.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to perform a physical assessment of a client's abdomen. Identify the sequence in which the nurse should perform the following steps. (Move the steps into the box on the right, placing them in the order of performance. Use all the steps.)
Correct Answer: E,C,D,B,A
Rationale: The sequence follows inspection auscultation percussion and palpation to avoid altering bowel sounds or causing discomfort. Lighting enables inspection auscultation precedes percussion/palpation and light palpation precedes deep palpation for organ borders.