ATI RN
ATI Capstone Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is scheduled to have surgery. In preparing the client for surgery, which of the following actions is considered outside the nurse’s responsibilities?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The surgeon explains the procedure, risks, and benefits; nurses reinforce understanding and verify consent. Other actions are within the nurse’s scope to ensure safety and readiness.
Question 2 of 5
Correct Answer:
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Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for pancrelipase to aid in digestion. The nurse should inform the client to expect which of the following gastrointestinal changes?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pancrelipase improves fat digestion, reducing steatorrhea in pancreatic insufficiency. It does not specifically address watery stools, mucus, or black tarry stools (indicating bleeding).
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a toddler who is 24 hours postoperative following a cleft palate repair. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Implementing a soft diet is crucial for a toddler 24 hours postoperative following a cleft palate repair. The surgical site is still healing, and soft foods like mashed potatoes, yogurt, or pureed fruits minimize irritation and damage to the palate, supporting recovery. Wrist restraints are a last resort due to distress, opioids carry risks of side effects, and straws can disrupt healing by creating suction pressure.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who asks how albuterol helps his breathing. Which of the following responses should the nurse make? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: C,D
Rationale: Albuterol, a bronchodilator, relaxes airway muscles to prevent wheezing and open airways, improving airflow in conditions like asthma. It does not reduce inflammation (corticosteroids do), stimulate mucus, or primarily decrease coughing, though it may indirectly help by improving airflow.