ATI RN
RN ATI Fundamentals of Nursing Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is prescribed bedrest. The plan of care indicates that the client should perform isometric exercises every 2 hr. Which of the following actions should the nurse take as directed by the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Isometric exercises (
A) involve muscle tightening without joint movement suitable for bedrest. Other choices describe different exercise types.
Question 2 of 5
The family of an older adult client brings him to the emergency department after finding him wandering outside. During the initial assessment.the nurse notes that the client flinches when she palpates his abdomen yet responds to questions only by nodding and smiling. Which of the following factors should the nurse identify as a likely explanation for the client's behavior?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Confusion (
B) explains wandering limited verbal response and flinching common in delirium or dementia.
Choices A,C,D and E/F do not fully account for all behaviors.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is receiving a provider's prescription for a client via telephone. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to ensure the accuracy of the telephone prescription? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Questioning unclear orders (
B) transcribing accurately (
C) and repeating back (E) ensure prescription accuracy.
Choices A and D are incorrect or incomplete.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing oral care for a client who is immobile. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Turning the client on their side (
B) prevents aspiration during oral care. Other choices are incorrect or harmful techniques.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse finds an open vial of morphine lying on top of the cabinet in a client's room. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Reporting the discrepancy immediately ensures safety and compliance with protocols.
Choices A B and C risk improper disposal contamination or misuse.