ATI RN
ATI N100 Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is a long-term alcoholic. The client presents to the emergency department with vomiting and diarrhea for several days. Which findings would the nurse expect to find in this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hypomagnesemia is common in long-term alcoholics due to poor dietary intake and gastrointestinal losses from vomiting and diarrhea, affecting cardiovascular and neuromuscular function.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client who has a serum calcium level of 12.3 mg/dL (9-10.5 mg/dL). Which finding should the nurse expect during the initial assessment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypercalcemia increases blood coagulability, raising the risk of thromboembolic events like blood clots.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client with profuse vomiting and diarrhea. Which finding is a manifestation of hypokalemia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Muscle weakness is a key manifestation of hypokalemia, resulting from potassium's role in muscle function.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who needs to start taking a calcium supplement. Which recommendation should the nurse make about taking calcium supplements?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Calcium absorption is highly dependent on vitamin D, which facilitates the absorption of calcium in the intestines. Taking a vitamin D supplement alongside calcium ensures effective utilization of calcium, improving bone health and preventing deficiencies.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client about foods that are included on a clear liquid diet. Which food choice would be appropriate for this client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A popsicle is appropriate for a clear liquid diet because it is made from clear liquids and does not contain any solids or pulp. Clear liquids are defined as those that are transparent at room temperature.