ATI RN
ATI Clinical Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who has a new prescription for alendronate. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? What instructions should the nurse include for alendronate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Remaining upright for 30 minutes prevents esophageal irritation. Milk, bedtime, or food intake can reduce absorption.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer clonidine 0.3 mg at bedtime to a patient. The available amount is clonidine 0.1 mg/tablet. How many tablets should the nurse administer per dose? How many clonidine tablets should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale: 0.3 mg ÷ 0.1 mg/tablet = 3 tablets.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving a continuous heparin infusion. Which of the following laboratory tests should the nurse monitor? Which lab test should the nurse monitor for heparin?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: aPTT monitors heparin’s anticoagulant effect. PT/INR is for warfarin, and platelets monitor bleeding risk.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer furosemide 40 mg IV. Available is furosemide 10 mg/1 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer per dose? How many mL of furosemide should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale: 40 mg ÷ 10 mg/mL = 4 mL.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is formulating a care plan for a patient recovering from severe burns. Which of the following strategies should the nurse incorporate to provide emotional support? Which strategy provides emotional support for burn recovery?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Conversation during wound care distracts from pain and builds rapport, providing emotional support.