ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is obtaining a health history from a client. Which of the following factors places the client at risk for cardiovascular disease?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Metabolic syndrome (high BP, sugar, lipids) directly increases cardiovascular risk. Sports improve heart health. Alcohol history isn’t a direct risk. Hypotension isn’t typically a risk factor.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has left-sided weakness following a stroke. Which of the following findings is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Frequent coughing while eating indicates aspiration risk, a priority due to potential for pneumonia. Elevated blood pressure, low meal consumption, and leaning are concerns but secondary to airway safety.
Question 3 of 5
A home health nurse is caring for a client who has a chronic illness and recently moved in with their adult child. Which of the following statements by the client should indicate to the nurse that the client has adapted to their new situational role?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Desiring independence or reluctance to ask for help suggests incomplete adaptation. Enjoying others’ cooking indicates acceptance of support. Uncertainty about daily activities shows adjustment challenges.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting a blood pressure (BP) reading from a client who is sitting in a chair. The nurse determines that the client's BP is 158/96 mm Hg. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A cuff width of 40–50% is correct but assumed here. Rechecking in the other arm confirms accuracy. Waiting 30 minutes delays action. Supine repositioning isn’t necessary unless indicated.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who requires airborne precautions. The nurse is preparing to leave the client's room following a dressing change. Which of the following pieces of personal protective equipment should the nurse remove first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Gloves are the most contaminated and removed first per CDC guidelines to prevent self-contamination. Gown, eyewear, and mask follow in that order.