ATI RN
ATI Clinical Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is educating a patient about the risk factors for osteoarthritis. Which factors should the nurse include in the education? Which factors should the nurse include for osteoarthritis risk?
Correct Answer: C,D
Rationale: Aging and obesity increase osteoarthritis risk due to joint wear and stress. Bacteria and diuretics are not risk factors.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult patient with left-sided heart failure. What assessment findings should the nurse expect? What finding should the nurse expect in left-sided heart failure?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Frothy sputum indicates pulmonary edema, common in left-sided heart failure. Other findings are right-sided.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is planning a meal for a patient who has diverticulitis. Which menu selection should the nurse include in the plan? Which menu is suitable for diverticulitis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Grilled chicken and white rice are low-fiber, easy to digest, suitable for diverticulitis recovery. Other options contain high-fiber or processed foods.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a preschooler. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the healthcare provider immediately? Which finding in a preschooler should the nurse report immediately?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Abnormal absolute neutrophil count indicates infection or serious conditions, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving chemotherapy. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse report to the provider? Which lab value should the nurse report during chemotherapy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Platelet count 50,000/mm3 indicates thrombocytopenia, increasing bleeding risk, requiring reporting. Other values are normal.