ATI RN
ATI Clinical Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who is postoperative following a knee arthroscopy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? Which action should the nurse take post-knee arthroscopy?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Elevating the leg reduces swelling and promotes comfort. Warm compress, dependent position, or immediate weight-bearing are inappropriate.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse manager is providing staff education about working with patients who have a history of anger and aggression. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching? What should the nurse include in aggression training?
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: Knowing the facility layout aids safety, verbal feedback de-escalates, and avoiding necklaces reduces injury risk. Standing in front or always bringing security may escalate.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of four children. Which value should the nurse report to the provider? Which lab value should the nurse report?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Iron 38 mcg/dL is low, indicating potential anemia. RBC and WBC are normal, and lead 2 mcg/dL is within safe limits.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a 1-year-old child. Which of the following disorders should the nurse suspect? Which disorder should the nurse suspect in a 1-year-old?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Wilms tumor is a kidney cancer common in young children, most likely at age 1. Other disorders are less age-specific.