ATI RN
ATI Clinical Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is obtaining a preoperative medical and surgical history from a patient scheduled for a cataract extraction procedure. Which of the following patient statements require further investigation by the nurse? Which statement requires further investigation pre-cataract surgery?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Recent cough and runny nose may indicate infection, requiring investigation to ensure surgical safety.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer fluoxetine 40 mg PO daily. The available medication is fluoxetine 20 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? How many mL of fluoxetine should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: 40 mg ÷ 20 mg/mL = 2 mL.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient whose right leg is in Buck's traction. Which interventions should the nurse implement to promote the patient's mobility? Which intervention promotes mobility in Buck's traction?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Active range-of-motion on the left leg promotes mobility without disrupting traction. Other actions risk complications.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who is postoperative following a bowel resection. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider? Which finding post-bowel resection should the nurse report?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Abdominal distension may indicate obstruction or ileus, requiring reporting. Other findings are expected.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer amoxicillin 350 mg orally. The available amoxicillin is 250 mg per 5 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? How many mL of amoxicillin should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: 7
Rationale: Proportion: 350 mg : X mL = 250 mg : 5 mL; 350 * 5 = 250 * X; X = 1750 / 250 = 7 mL.