ATI RN
ATI 110 Fundamentals Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is delegating care for a group of four clients. Which of the following tasks should the nurse delegate to an assistive personnel (AP)?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Obtaining a daily weight is within AP scope, ensuring consistent conditions. Teaching, wound care, and medication administration require RN judgment.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a class about reducing the risk of medication errors. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A dedicated area reduces distractions, minimizing errors. Delayed documentation, bypassing pharmacist review, and preparing for multiple clients increase error risks.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is observing a newly licensed nurse perform hand hygiene. Which of the following actions by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of the procedure?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hands below elbows during rinsing prevent contamination by directing water flow downward. Hot water irritates skin, direct faucet contact recontaminates, and 20 seconds is required.
Question 4 of 5
A charge nurse is reviewing the documentation completed by a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following entries should the charge nurse recommend for revision?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Seems' is subjective; documentation should be objective, e.g., describing specific behaviors. Other entries are clear and factual.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a Penrose drain. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A perforated gauze pad absorbs drainage from a Penrose drain, maintaining a clean site. Cleaning outward, not inward, prevents infection; Penrose drains lack reservoirs or suction.