ATI RN
ATI Clinical Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is educating a parent of a 6-month-old infant about car seat safety. Which statement from the parent indicates a correct understanding of the teaching?,Which statement indicates correct understanding of car seat safety?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An anchored infant model car seat (rear-facing) is correct. Front seat placement risks airbag injury, loose harness is unsafe, and front-facing is incorrect for 6 months.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is instructing a female client on how to collect a midstream urine sample. Which statement from the client indicates they understand the procedure?,Which statement indicates understanding of midstream urine sample collection?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Urinating a little then stopping avoids initial bacterial contamination. Cleaning container, reusing wipes, or wiping direction are not primary.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is formulating a care plan for a patient recovering from severe burns. Which of the following strategies should the nurse incorporate to provide emotional support? Which strategy provides emotional support for burn recovery?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Conversation during wound care distracts from pain and builds rapport, providing emotional support.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is admitting a patient exhibiting manic behavior. The patient reports recent personal stressors, including the loss of her mother and a divorce. What should be the nurse's priority action? What is the priority action for a manic patient?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Preventing self-directed violence is the priority due to impaired judgment in mania.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer clonidine 0.3 mg at bedtime to a patient. The available amount is clonidine 0.1 mg/tablet. How many tablets should the nurse administer per dose? How many clonidine tablets should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale: 0.3 mg ÷ 0.1 mg/tablet = 3 tablets.