ATI RN
ATI N100 Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is monitoring a client who reports having chills and back pain during a blood transfusion. What is the nurse's PRIORITY action to complete?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Stopping the transfusion is the priority to prevent further complications from a potential transfusion reaction.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who needs to start taking a calcium supplement. Which recommendation should the nurse make about taking calcium supplements?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Calcium absorption is highly dependent on vitamin D, which facilitates the absorption of calcium in the intestines. Taking a vitamin D supplement alongside calcium ensures effective utilization of calcium, improving bone health and preventing deficiencies.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is prescribed a mechanical soft diet. Which food choice would be appropriate for this client to have included in their diet?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ground beef is tender and easy to chew, suitable for a mechanical soft diet designed for chewing difficulties.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with an order for one unit of packed red blood cells (PRBCs). The nurse should anticipate to remain at client's bedside during which time period of the infusion?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The first 15 minutes of a PRBC transfusion are crucial because most acute transfusion reactions, such as allergic reactions, febrile non-hemolytic reactions, and hemolytic reactions, occur within this time frame.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with severe hypokalemia. The provider places an order for IV potassium chloride (KCI) 60 mEq x1 now. Which action should the nurse take when caring for this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: KCI should be administered via a central venous line to reduce vein irritation and ensure safe delivery.