ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals 2023 Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is considering placing wrist restraints on a client who has cognitive deficits and has pulled out their IV catheter. Before using wrist restraints, which of the following actions must the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Attempting less restrictive alternatives (
D) is the first step, per least-restrictive principles, before restraints. Prescription (
A), documentation (
B), and explanation (
C) follow if needed.
Question 2 of 5
A staff nurse is teaching a newly hired nurse how to complete an informed consent document for a client. The staff nurse should include that the nurse's signature on the form confirms which of the following requirements? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: The nurse’s signature verifies witnessing the signing (
A), legal capacity (
B), and no coercion (
D). Mental health (
C) isn’t confirmed, and language (E) isn’t required.
Question 3 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.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing an older adult client's perception of sexuality. Which of the following statements made by the client indicates a need for intervention?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Not using protection post-menopause (
A) reflects a misconception; STIs remain a risk. Lubricants (
B), self-consciousness (
C), and interest in sex (
D) are normal.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to collect a sputum specimen from a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Morning collection (
C) captures overnight sputum accumulation for better yield. Sterile gloves (
A) aren’t needed (clean suffice), sterile containers (
B) are required (not clean), and mouthwash (
D) interferes.