ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals 2019 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has a latex allergy and is scheduled for surgery. Which of the following actions is appropriate for the client's plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Scheduling the client as the first procedure minimizes latex exposure from prior surgeries. Povidone-iodine cleansing addresses infection not latex; stopcock removal is impractical; and powdered gloves increase latex allergy risks.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is at risk for thrombus formation. Which of the following statements made by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Performing leg exercises every 4 hours promotes circulation reducing thrombus risk. Massaging legs crossing legs or prolonged sitting increase clot risk or do not address prevention effectively.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to insert an IV catheter for a client following a right mastectomy. Which of the following veins should the nurse select when Initiating IV therapy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The cephalic vein in the left distal forearm avoids the right side where mastectomy-related lymphedema risks complications. Left-sided veins are safer and more accessible for IV insertion.
Question 4 of 5
A charge nurse in a long-term care facility is preparing an educational program about delirium for newly hired nurses. Which of the following statements should the nurse plan to Include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Delirium has an abrupt onset developing rapidly within hours or days. It affects perception (e.g. hallucinations) has a fluctuating course and disrupts sleep-wake cycles making the other options incorrect.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is performing postural drainage with percussion and vibration for a client who has cystic fibrosis. Which of the actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Scheduling postural drainage after meals minimizes vomiting risk enhancing safety and effectiveness. Quick exhalation covering with a towel or percussing the lower back are not standard for mobilizing lung secretions.