ATI RN
ATI Fundamental Exams Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse identify as having an increased risk of aspiration while eating? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Stroke, head/neck radiation, and recent general anesthesia impair swallowing mechanisms, increasing aspiration risk. Lactose intolerance and diarrhea affect digestion, not swallowing.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient on contact precautions. Which action will be most appropriate to prevent the spread of disease?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Using a dedicated blood pressure cuff prevents cross-contamination between patients, a key measure for contact precautions. Negative airflow is for airborne precautions, and PPE is standard but less specific to equipment. Safe transport is important but not primary.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who is obese and has obstructive sleep apnea how to decrease the number of nightly apneic episodes. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Weight loss is a key factor in reducing obstructive sleep apnea episodes, as excess weight around the neck increases airway obstruction risk. Sleeping on the back worsens apnea, sleeping pills relax throat muscles, and humidifiers don’t directly reduce episodes.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a class about aromatherapy. The nurse should include that which of the following essential oils can promote sleep
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lavender essential oil is known for its calming properties, promoting relaxation and improving sleep quality. Orange, peppermint, and ginger are more stimulating and not typically used for sleep.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has diabetes mellitus and reports foot pain. The nurse should evaluate the client for which of the following alterations as Indications that the client has an infection? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,E
Rationale: Localized edema and an increase in neutrophils are indicative of infection in a diabetic client with foot pain. Edema, along with erythema and warmth, suggests inflammation due to infection. Neutrophilia reflects the immune response to bacterial infection. Increased RBCs (erythrocytosis), bradycardia, and increased platelets (thrombocytosis) are not typical infection markers.