ATI RN
ATI Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient diagnosed with osteoporosis and lactose intolerance. What intervention will the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Monitoring calcium intake is crucial for osteoporosis to strengthen bones, using lactose-free sources like fortified foods or supplements.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is calculating the total fluid intake for a client during a 4-hr period. The client consumes 1 cup of coffee, 4 oz of orange juice, 3 oz of water, 1 cup of flavored gelatin, 1 cup of tea, 5 oz of broth, and 3 oz of water. The nurse should record how many mL of intake on the client's record? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number.)
Correct Answer: 1170
Rationale:
Total intake: 1 cup coffee (240 mL) + 4 oz juice (120 mL) + 3 oz water (90 mL) + 1 cup gelatin (240 mL) + 1 cup tea (240 mL) + 5 oz broth (150 mL) + 3 oz water (90 mL) = 1170 mL.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient who is immobile and is at risk for skin impairment. The plan of care includes turning the patient. Which is the best method for repositioning the patient?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using a transfer device reduces friction and shear forces, minimizing skin damage during repositioning.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing an in-service for an annual skills fair at a community medical facility about fire safety. Place the steps in the order in which they should be performed in the case of a fire emergency. (Move the steps into the box on the right, placing them in the selected order of performance. Use all the steps.)
Correct Answer: C;D;B;A
Rationale: Following the RACE protocol: Rescue clients, pull the alarm, confine the fire, extinguish if safe.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is using the World Health Organization definition of health to provide care. Which area will the nurse focus on while providing care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: WHO defines health as complete physical, mental, and social well-being, requiring holistic care.