ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals 2023 I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who is immobile. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Use trochanter rolls beside the client’s legs. Trochanter rolls help prevent external rotation of the hips, maintaining proper alignment and preventing pressure ulcers. Placing the client’s arms at their sides (
B) may restrict circulation. Crossing the client’s ankles (
C) can cause pressure ulcers. Logrolling (
D) is not necessary for routine turning. It is essential to maintain proper body alignment and prevent complications in immobile clients.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has influenza and isolation precautions in place. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to prevent the spread of infection?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D. Wearing a mask when working within 3 feet of the client is essential to prevent the spread of respiratory infections like influenza. The mask acts as a barrier to prevent the nurse from inhaling respiratory droplets containing the virus.
A: Administering metronidazole is unrelated to preventing the spread of influenza.
B: Protective eyewear is not necessary for preventing respiratory infections like influenza.
C: Placing the client in a negative airflow room is not typically required for influenza isolation precautions.
E, F, G: No additional options provided.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing complementary therapies approved by the provider with a client who has hypertension. Which of the following supplements should the nurse discuss with the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Garlic. Garlic has been shown to potentially help lower blood pressure in individuals with hypertension due to its active compound allicin. Allicin has been suggested to relax blood vessels, leading to improved blood flow and reduced blood pressure. Peppermint oil (
B) is not typically used for hypertension. Licorice root (
C) can raise blood pressure and should be avoided. Chamomile (
D) is not known for its effect on blood pressure.
Extract:
A nurse in a provider's office is caring for a client.
Exhibit 1
Medical History
Initial visit:
Client reports a sedentary lifestyle.
Client is lactose intolerant and denies taking vitamin supplements.
Client is a nonsmoker.
Client does not drink alcohol.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is reviewing the client's medical record. Which of the following findings places the client at risk for osteoporosis? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,E,F
Rationale: The correct answer includes Vitamin D level, low activity level, and lactose intolerance. Low Vitamin D levels lead to poor calcium absorption, increasing osteoporosis risk. Inadequate physical activity reduces bone density, contributing to osteoporosis. Lactose intolerance may result in low calcium intake, impacting bone health. Phosphorous level, smoking history, and alcohol use do not directly impact osteoporosis risk.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
A nurse in a clinic is teaching a client who has diabetes mellitus about self-administration of insulin using a prefilled, multidose pen. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Use pen needles that have a safe-needle protection device attached. This is important because it helps prevent accidental needle sticks and ensures safe disposal. Using needles with safety features reduces the risk of injury to both the client and healthcare provider. Option A is incorrect as pinching the skin can affect proper insulin absorption. Option C is incorrect as recapping needles increases the risk of needle-stick injuries. Option D is incorrect as removing the needle before disposing of it can lead to accidental needle sticks.