ATI RN
ATI Nurs100102 Fundamentals Retake Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a Clostridium difficile infection. Which of the following cleansing agents should the nurse use for hand hygiene?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Antimicrobial soap removes C. difficile spores, unlike povidone-iodine, alcohol rubs, or chlorhexidine, which are less effective.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing home safety information for an older adult client who uses a cane. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Advancing the weak leg with the cane ensures support, unlike incorrect height, excessive step distance, or weak-hand hold.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has hypernatremia and requires IV fluid therapy due to his NPO status. Which of the following solutions should the nurse prepare to infuse for this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: 0.45% sodium chloride dilutes sodium levels, unlike hypertonic dextrose/saline, Ringer’s, or dextrose solutions.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client's circulatory system. Which of the following pulse sites should the nurse avoid assessing bilaterally at the same time?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Bilateral carotid assessment risks cerebral blood flow reduction, unlike femoral, popliteal, or brachial pulses.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving oxygen therapy via a nasal cannula. The nurse explains to the client that this method of oxygen delivery does which of the following?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Nasal cannulas deliver low-concentration oxygen, not restricting activities, constant rates, or high concentrations.