ATI RN
ATI Nsg 131 Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is measuring a client's oral temperature. The client informs the nurse that he has just eaten some ice chips. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Waiting 30 minutes ensures an accurate oral temperature reading after consuming ice chips.
Question 2 of 5
When reviewing the admitting prescriptions for a client, the nurse notes that the dose of one medication is three times the usual dose of this medication. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Contacting the provider ensures patient safety by clarifying an unusually high dosage.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse instructs a female client about collecting a midstream urine sample. Which statement made by the client is appropriate from the teaching provided by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Wiping from front to back prevents UTIs and ensures proper hygiene for sample collection.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is talking with a client who is about to start using transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) to manage chronic pain. Which of the following statements should the nurse identify as an indication that the client needs further teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: TENS is typically an outpatient therapy, not requiring hospitalization, indicating a need for further teaching.
Question 5 of 5
A client receives a wrong medication. The nurse who made the medication error should take which of the following actions first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Assessing the client ensures safety and identifies any adverse effects from the wrong medication.