ATI RN
ATI Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is at risk for falls. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: C;D;E
Rationale: Teaching the client to use the call light ensures they can summon help, keeping the bed in the lowest position reduces injury risk, and a fall-risk band alerts staff to take precautions.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient with impaired physical mobility. Which potential complications will the nurse monitor for in this patient? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A;D;E
Rationale: Foot drop, hypostatic pneumonia, and impaired skin integrity are complications of immobility due to muscle weakness, lung secretion pooling, and pressure on skin.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has an infection. The nurse should use which of the following strategies to prevent the transmission of the client's infection?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hand hygiene is the most effective strategy to prevent infection transmission, reducing pathogen spread from the patient.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching about risk factors for developing a stroke with a group of older adult clients. Which of the following nonmodifiable risk factors should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Genetics are a nonmodifiable risk factor, as family history or genetic predispositions cannot be altered.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a health promotion class about isotonic exercises. Which types of exercises will the nurse give as examples?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Swimming, jogging, and bicycling are examples of isotonic exercises, where muscles contract and change length, leading to movement of body parts. These improve muscle strength, endurance, and cardiovascular fitness.