ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals 2019 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is documenting a dressing change for a client who has a pressure injury. Which of the following entries by the nurse demonstrates correct documentation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The entry about the new dressing provides clear objective data about the procedure and wound condition. MSO (
A) lacks dose/route specificity "seems" and "appear" (
B) are subjective and no changes (
D) fails to document current assessment.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for an infant who is to undergo surgery. The nurse should identify that which of the following individuals should sign the consent form?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The 17-year-old mother can consent if emancipated (e.g. as a parent) or a mature minor. Providers (
A) grandparents (
B) and siblings (
D) lack legal authority unless they have custody or guardianship.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in an emergency department is assessing a client who reports right lower quadrant pain nausea and vomiting for the past 48 hr. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Auscultating bowel sounds first assesses gastrointestinal function and helps diagnose conditions like appendicitis. Antiemetics (
A) and pain medication (
B) treat symptoms but don’t assess and palpation (
C) risks rupturing an inflamed appendix.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to perform a physical assessment of a client's abdomen. Identify the sequence in which the nurse should perform the following steps. (Move the steps into the box on the right, placing them in the order of performance. Use all the steps.)
Correct Answer: A B C D E
Rationale: Inspection (
A) comes first followed by auscultation (
B) percussion (
C) light palpation (
D) and deep palpation (E) to avoid altering findings.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer IV fluids to a client. The nurse notes sparks when plugging in the IV pump. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Unplugging the pump first ensures safety by eliminating electrical hazards. Labeling (
B) replacing (
C) and notifying (
D) follow after securing safety.