ATI RN
ATI RN pharmacology 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is inspecting equipment safety in a client's home. The nurse should identify that which of the following findings requires an intervention?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Oxygen tanks should be stored upright and secured to prevent leaks or hazards.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge instructions to a client about proper use of a cane for maximum support. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Holding the cane on the stronger side provides better support and stability.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who recently lost a loved one. The client reports frequent headaches, indigestion, and heart palpitations. Which of the following types of grief is the client likely experiencing?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Masked grief manifests as physical symptoms unrecognized as grief-related, like headaches and palpitations.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who wants to stop receiving treatment for terminal cancer. The client's family asks the nurse if it is possible to continue the treatment without the client's knowledge. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Competent adults have the legal and ethical right to refuse treatment.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to assess a client's thyroid gland. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Swallowing water helps visualize thyroid movement, aiding assessment.