ATI RN
ATI Nurs100102 Fundamentals Retake Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has an NG tube. The nurse tests the pH of the secretions to determine if the tube is correctly placed. Which of the following readings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: pH 1-4 confirms gastric placement, unlike 5-7 (respiratory/intestine), 8-10, or 11-14 (not typical).
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 reinforcing teaching with a client about using transdermal patches at home. Which of the following statements should the nurse identify as an indication that the client understands the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cleaning and drying ensures adhesion and absorption, unlike lotion, same-site application, or incomplete forearm placement.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client who has a wound infected with vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE). Which of the following types of precautions should the nurse plan to initiate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Contact precautions prevent VRE spread via direct/indirect contact, unlike airborne, protective, or droplet precautions.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is implementing a bowel training program for a client. For the program to be effective, the nurse should take the client to the toilet at which of the following times?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Responding to the urge promotes regular bowel habits, unlike fixed intervals, pre-meal timing, or waiting for cramping.