ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals 2023 I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who requires airborne precautions. The nurse is preparing to leave the client’s room following a dressing change. Which of the following pieces of personal protective equipment should the nurse remove first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Gloves are removed first as they contact contaminated surfaces, preventing pathogen spread to other PPE or skin. Eyewear, mask, and gown follow in sequence.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client who is scheduled for surgery.
Exhibit 1
Medical History
0800:
Client has a history of malnutrition, hyperlipidemia, and diabetes mellitus.
Mini Nutritional Assessment screening tool score of 7 points (0 to 14 points)
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is reviewing the client's medical record. Which of the following findings places the client at risk for delayed wound healing? Select all that apply
Correct Answer: A,C,E,F
Rationale: A: Diabetes impairs healing via poor circulation. C: Low prealbumin signals malnutrition. E: Low MNA score (7) indicates nutritional risk. F: Malnutrition delays tissue repair. B and D aren’t direct factors unless vascular complications exist.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has dysphagia and is receiving oral medications. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Administering medications one at a time ensures safe swallowing, reducing aspiration risk in dysphagia. Timing isn’t critical, semi-Fowler’s helps but isn’t enough, and straws increase aspiration risk.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning to administer insulin to a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus, what action should the nurse perform first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Verifying the dose with another nurse ensures accuracy, preventing errors in this high-risk medication. Administering, using a filter needle, or mixing come after confirmation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who is immobile. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Trochanter rolls prevent hip rotation, maintaining alignment in immobile clients. Arms should be supported comfortably, crossing ankles risks circulation issues, and logrolling every 4 hr is unnecessary unless spinal injury is suspected—2-hour repositioning is standard.