ATI RN
ATI Fundamental Exams Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who reports that they are experiencing grief following the recent loss of a partner. The client states that the grief is decreasing in severity over time, and they are looking forward to spending time with their grandchildren. The nurse should identify that the client has manifestations of which of the following types of grief?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Uncomplicated grief is a normal response to loss, diminishing over time as the client adapts, as seen in the client’s decreasing grief and positive outlook. Disenfranchised grief lacks social recognition, anticipatory grief occurs before loss, and prolonged grief persists abnormally.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who reports back pain. The nurse asks the client to rate the pain on a scale of 0 to 10. The nurse is using which of the following components of the PQRST mnemonic?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: In the PQRST mnemonic, 'S' stands for Severity. Asking the client to rate pain on a 0-10 scale assesses the intensity of the pain, providing a baseline for pain management.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is experiencing chronic stress. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Chronic stress suppresses the immune system, increasing susceptibility to viral infections. It impairs cognitive function, raises blood pressure, and causes fatigue, not increased awareness, hypotension, or energy.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who has a new prescription for home oxygen therapy via a nasal cannula. Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Posting NO SMOKING signs, notifying the fire department, and checking ears for skin breakdown are critical for safety and comfort. Verifying flow rate every other day is unnecessary unless specified, and petroleum ointment is not recommended due to infection risks.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client about the sleep-wake cycle. The nurse should include that which of the following factors can interfere with the sleep-wake cycle? (Select All that Apply)
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: Bright light disrupts melatonin production, delaying sleep. Evening caffeine blocks adenosine, reducing sleepiness. A 20-minute nap, especially late in the day, can reduce nighttime sleep drive. Emotional stress increases alertness, hindering sleep. A regular bedtime schedule reinforces the sleep-wake cycle, not disrupts it.