ATI RN
ATI Nur 112 Fundamentals of Nursing Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving heparin 3,800 units subcutaneous daily. Available is heparin 5,000 units/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth.)
Correct Answer: 0.8
Rationale: Dose = 3800 / 5000 = 0.76 mL, rounded to 0.8 mL.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is emptying an ileostomy pouch for a patient. Which assessment finding will the nurse report immediately?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Blood in the stool can indicate stomal irritation, ulceration, or bleeding from the intestines, which requires immediate medical attention.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a patient about the warning signs of possible colorectal cancer according to the American Cancer Society guidelines. Which statements reflect that the patient understands the teaching? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: B;C;D
Rationale: Abdominal pain, blood in stool, and changed bowel habits are warning signs of colorectal cancer.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for docusate. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Docusate works best when taken with plenty of fluids to soften stools.
Question 5 of 5
Which patient is most at risk for increased peristalsis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Stress and anxiety increase peristalsis, leading to diarrhea.