ATI RN
ATI N100 Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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 2 of 5
A nurse is providing dietary teaching for a client who takes furosemide (Lasix), a loop diuretic. The nurse should recommend which of the food is a great source of potassium?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Baked potatoes are an excellent source of potassium, essential for clients on furosemide to replenish potassium lost due to diuretic effects.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is prescribed a mechanical soft diet. Which food choice would be appropriate for this client to have included in their diet?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ground beef is tender and easy to chew, suitable for a mechanical soft diet designed for chewing difficulties.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing nutritional education to a client recently diagnosed with high cholesterol. The nurse should provide the client with which statements regarding their diet restrictions?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Trans fats significantly increase LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol) levels and decrease HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol). Avoiding trans fats is crucial in managing high cholesterol and reducing cardiovascular risk.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is performing an admission assessment on a client. Which finding should the nurse identify as an indication that the client is dehydrated?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Increased urine specific gravity indicates dehydration as the kidneys concentrate urine to conserve water, a reliable marker of reduced hydration status.