ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals 2023 Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a postoperative client. Which of the following findings indicate the client may be actively bleeding?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Restlessness (
B) signals hypovolemia from bleeding, reducing tissue perfusion. Bounding pulses (
A), warm skin (
C), and brisk refill (
D) suggest adequate circulation, not bleeding.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has recently retired from their job. The client states they feel like they no longer have a purpose. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Asking for clarification (
A) shows empathy and explores feelings, aiding therapeutic communication. Volunteering (
B) and hobbies (
C) assume solutions, and health (
D) dismisses concerns.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is planning to use nonpharmacological pain relief methods for a client who reports continued mild back pain after receiving analgesia 1 hr ago. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Deep, rhythmic breaths (
A) relax muscles and reduce pain perception. Prolonged heat (
B) risks burns, distraction removal (
C) is secondary, and long ice (
D) is for acute pain, not mild chronic.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who recently started taking an antibiotic. The nurse should identify that which of the following findings is an indication of a mild allergic reaction?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Urticaria (D, hives) is a common mild allergic reaction to antibiotics. Sore throat (
A), urinary frequency (
B), and tinnitus (
C) aren’t typical allergy signs.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client whose therapy has included bed rest for several weeks. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as the priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Left lower extremity tenderness (
B) may indicate DVT, a life-threatening risk of immobility, making it the priority. Appetite (
A), heart rate (
C), and weakness (
D) are less urgent.