ATI RN
ATI Fundamentals Exam East Wick College Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a sodium level of 128 mEq/L. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hyponatremia causes headaches due to cellular swelling and increased intracranial pressure.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult client who reports constipation. Which of the following recommendations should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Raw vegetables are high in fiber, which helps alleviate constipation. Limiting fluids, bearing down hard, or reducing activity can worsen constipation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a child who has severe diarrhea. Which of the following actions is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing fluid balance determines the extent of dehydration, guiding rehydration therapy.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for a stool guaiac test. The client asks the nurse about the purpose of the test. The nurse should respond by stating that the stool guaiac is testing for which of the following findings in the client's feces?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The stool guaiac test detects occult blood in the stool, indicating potential gastrointestinal bleeding.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a sodium level of 128 mEq/L. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hyponatremia causes headaches due to cellular swelling and increased intracranial pressure.