ATI RN
ATI Ns 117 Fundamentals Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is documenting in a client's health record using the problem-intervention-evaluation charting model (PIE). Which of the following information should be included in the intervention component?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Administering ondansetron is an intervention, unlike client status, emesis volume, or symptom reports, which belong in assessment or problem sections.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with teaching a newly licensed nurse about pain. Which of the following is an example of acute pain?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A surgical incision causes acute pain, unlike peripheral neuropathy, rheumatoid arthritis, or fibromyalgia, which are chronic.
Question 3 of 5
What is the purpose of instructing the client to move the walker forward 6 to 8 inches, setting it down with all four feet on the floor when ambulating?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Moving the walker forward supports the weaker leg, unlike avoiding strong leg pressure, hand positioning, or gravity focus.
Question 4 of 5
What is the correct way to use a cane while walking?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Holding the cane on the opposite side of the affected leg maximizes stability, unlike same-side, behind, or middle positions, which reduce support.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data on an older adult client who is experiencing age related changes. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Aging causes joint stiffness due to cartilage degeneration, unlike increased balance, bone calcification, or muscle mass, which typically decrease.