ATI RN
ATI Clinical Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a toddler who has acute laryngotracheobronchitis and has been placed in a cool mist tent. Which of the following findings would indicate that the treatment has been effective? Which finding indicates effective cool mist tent treatment?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Decreased stridor indicates soothed airways, showing effective treatment for croup. Other findings are less specific.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing health promotion education to the parents of a toddler. Which information should the nurse include in the teaching?,Which information should be included in toddler health promotion education?
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E
Rationale:
Toddlers need calories for energy, tantrum management, cooperative play for social skills, and dental care. Trust is more relevant for infants.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting a healthcare provider with a sterile procedure and is preparing to pour solution onto a sterile piece of gauze. In what sequence should the nurse perform the following steps when pouring the sterile solution? In what sequence should the nurse pour sterile solution?
Correct Answer: D,A,F,C,E,B
Rationale: Sequence: hand hygiene (
D), pick up bottle (
A), remove cap (F), pour 1-2 mL (
C), place cap (E), pour onto gauze (
B) ensures sterility.
Question 4 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.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to infuse ampicillin and gentamicin sulfate intravenously. Which resource should the nurse first consult for information on medication compatibility? Which resource should the nurse consult for compatibility?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pharmacists have expertise and resources for drug compatibility, the best first resource.