ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals Online Practice 2023 B Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is instructing a patient on how to self-administer heparin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Heparin should be administered into the abdominal fat layer, above the iliac crest and at least 2 inches away from the umbilicus. This site ensures proper subcutaneous delivery and minimizes complications.
Extract:
A nurse is providing dietary advice to a client at risk for hypokalemia.
Question 2 of 5
Which food should the nurse recommend for inclusion in the client's diet?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Avocados are a nutrient-dense fruit that is high in healthy fats and also a good source of potassium. They are a great food choice for a client at risk for hypokalemia.
Extract:
A nurse is about to administer an injection of an opioid medication to a patient. The nurse has drawn 1 mL of the medication from a 2 mL vial.
Question 3 of 5
What should the nurse do next?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: After drawing up the medication, the nurse should ask another nurse to observe the medication wastage. This is a standard procedure for controlled substances like opioids.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is performing a skin assessment for a client who expresses concern about skin cancer.Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a potential indication of a skin malignancy?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A mole with an asymmetrical appearance is a potential indication of skin malignancy. Asymmetry is one of the ABCDEs of melanoma detection.
Extract:
A home health nurse is conducting an admission assessment of an elderly patient who has their caregiver present.
Question 5 of 5
Which observation should the nurse identify as a potential sign of elder abuse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The caregiver insisting on staying in the room during the nurse's assessment could be a potential sign of elder abuse. This could indicate that the caregiver is controlling or overbearing.