ATI RN
ATI Fundamentals Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for a stool test for guaiac. The nurse understands the purpose of the test is to check the stool for which of the following substances?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The guaiac test detects occult blood in the stool, indicating potential gastrointestinal bleeding.
Question 2 of 5
To what is a person referring when during an interview the person says,"I am a member of the sandwich generation?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Has both older and younger siblings: This does not specifically relate to the 'sandwich generation' concept. Cares for children and aging parents at the same time: The term 'sandwich generation' refers to individuals who are simultaneously caring for their own children and their aging parents. There is a role reversal between parents and self: While this may occur in caregiving situations, it doesn't define the 'sandwich generation.' Assists own parents and spouse's parents: This is similar to option B but specifically refers to assisting one's own parents and the spouse's parents, not necessarily at the same time.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has returned to the unit following a surgical procedure. The client's oxygen saturation is $85 \%$. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Administer oxygen at $2 \mathrm{~L} / \mathrm{min}$ : Administering oxygen is important but should be done after positioning the client to improve natural ventilation. Raise the head of the bed: Raising the head of the bed is the first action to take as it facilitates better lung expansion and improves ventilation. This can help increase the oxygen saturation more immediately and effectively. Encourage coughing and deep breathing: Encouraging coughing and deep breathing is also beneficial to help clear secretions and improve lung function, but positioning the client for optimal breathing should be prioritized first. Administer prescribed analgesic medication. Administering analgesics may be necessary for pain management, but it does not directly address the immediate need to improve oxygen saturation.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following are physical changes that occur in middle adulthood? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,E,F
Rationale: A. Increased subcutaneous fat: Middle adulthood often sees an increase in fat deposits, particularly around the abdomen, due to changes in metabolism and hormonal shifts. B. Increased skin turgor and moisture: Incorrect. Aging typically leads to decreased skin turgor and moisture, causing the skin to become drier and less elastic. C. Decreased bone density: Bone density generally decreases due to reduced bone remodeling, increasing the risk of fractures and osteoporosis. D. The skin is more elastic: Incorrect. Skin elasticity usually decreases with age, resulting in wrinkles and sagging. E. Muscle mass gradually decreases: Muscle mass tends to decline with age, a condition known as sarcopenia, leading to reduced strength and physical capability. F. Decreased auditory acuity: Hearing loss, particularly high-frequency hearing loss, is common as people age due to changes in the inner ear and other auditory structures.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a newly licensed nurse about the function of the large intestine. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The large intestine absorbs liquid to form stool, aiding in waste elimination.