ATI RN
ATI Clinical Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who is postoperative following a mastectomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to promote comfort? Which action promotes comfort post-mastectomy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elevating the affected arm reduces swelling and promotes comfort. Heating pads, deep breathing, or NSAIDs are less specific.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who has a new prescription for amitriptyline. Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor for? Which adverse effect should the nurse monitor for amitriptyline?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Amitriptyline can cause constipation due to anticholinergic effects. Other options are not typical.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who has a new prescription for enalapril. Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor for? Which adverse effect should the nurse monitor for enalapril?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Enalapril can cause a dry cough due to ACE inhibitor effects. Other options are not typical.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse assumes various roles while working with patients. Which of the following describes the nursing role of protecting the patient and supporting the patient's decisions? Which role involves protecting and supporting patient decisions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Advocacy involves protecting patient rights and supporting their decisions, even if differing from the nurse’s beliefs.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is educating a parent of a 6-month-old infant about car seat safety. Which statement from the parent indicates a correct understanding of the teaching?,Which statement indicates correct understanding of car seat safety?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An anchored infant model car seat (rear-facing) is correct. Front seat placement risks airbag injury, loose harness is unsafe, and front-facing is incorrect for 6 months.