ATI RN
ATI Nurs 100 Fundamental Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who sustained blood loss. Which is a manifestation of hypovolemia?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Weak pulse results from decreased cardiac output in hypovolemia due to reduced blood volume.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient with a pressure ulcer on the left hip. The ulcer is black. Which next step will the nurse anticipate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Debridement removes necrotic tissue to promote healing in a black ulcer.
Question 3 of 5
A newly licensed nurse is applying prescribed wrist restraints on a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Quick-release ties allow rapid removal in emergencies, ensuring safety.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing an in-service program about preventing medication errors when transcribing a prescription. The nurse is using a dosage example of two tenths of a milligram. Which of the following examples should the nurse use to show appropriate transcription of this dosage?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: 0.2 mg is the correct transcription, minimizing misinterpretation by avoiding trailing zeros.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer amoxicillin 320 mg PO every 12 hours to an infant. The amount available is amoxicillin suspension 400 mg/5 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer per dose?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: 320 mg ÷ (400 mg/5 mL) = 4 mL.