ATI RN
ATI N100 Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is suffering from dysphagia after a stroke and is currently NPO. Which member of the inter-professional team would the nurse anticipate will be consulted to determine how this client will be safely fed?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A speech therapist is the appropriate professional for assessing and managing dysphagia, especially in clients who have experienced a stroke. They specialize in evaluating swallowing function, determining the safest consistencies of food and liquids, and providing strategies or exercises to improve swallowing ability.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client with a sodium level of 116 mEq/L (135-145 mEq/L). Which finding should the nurse expect for this client to have?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lethargy is a common symptom of severe hyponatremia. Low sodium levels can lead to cerebral edema and neurological disturbances, resulting in symptoms such as lethargy, confusion, and even seizures.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with an order for one unit of packed red blood cells (PRBCs). The nurse should anticipate to remain at client's bedside during which time period of the infusion?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The first 15 minutes of a PRBC transfusion are crucial because most acute transfusion reactions, such as allergic reactions, febrile non-hemolytic reactions, and hemolytic reactions, occur within this time frame.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is receiving an intermittent enteral feed through a nasogastric tube. Which finding is the nurse's PRIORITY to address?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Vomiting is a priority concern because it can lead to aspiration, dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, and further complications. Addressing the cause of vomiting and managing it promptly is crucial for the client's safety.
Question 5 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: Chronic alcohol use often results in nutritional deficiencies, and vomiting and diarrhea can further exacerbate this by depleting electrolytes. Hypomagnesemia is a common finding in long-term alcoholics due to poor dietary intake, gastrointestinal losses, and renal losses.