ATI RN
ATI Nurs 100 Fundamental Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has heart failure and a new prescription for the diuretic Furosemide. For which adverse effect should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Furosemide increases potassium excretion, risking hypokalemia.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse caring for a client is receiving hydromorphone HCL via PCA pump and reports continuous pain of 6 on a scale from 0 to 10. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Checking the PCA pump ensures it is functioning and delivering the dose.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who sustained blood loss. Which is a manifestation of hypovolemia?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Weak pulse results from decreased cardiac output in hypovolemia due to reduced blood volume.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is administering a controlled substance that falls into the category of Schedule I. Which of the following displays the appropriate abuse potential for Schedule I drugs?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Schedule I drugs have the highest abuse potential and no accepted medical use.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult client who is at risk for skin breakdown. Which of the following interventions should the nurse use to help maintain the integrity of the client’s skin?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A high-protein diet supports tissue repair and prevents skin breakdown in at-risk clients.