ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals 2023 I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is planning to change a client’s tracheostomy ties. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Securing new ties before cutting old ones prevents tube dislodgement. Extending the neck risks airway compromise, quick-release knots aren’t standard, and three fingers’ space is excessive—one to two fingers is typical.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is anxious about being admitted to a health care facility for the first time. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Discussing expectations reduces anxiety by providing control and information. Normalizing fear lacks support, reassurance dismisses feelings, and questioning may pressure the client.
Question 3 of 5
A community health nurse is visiting an older adult client who recently moved into an assisted living apartment. Which of the following client statements indicates difficulty accepting their transition?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Avoiding activities due to perceived barriers suggests isolation and resistance to the transition. Other statements show acceptance or practical adaptation.
Question 4 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: Garlic may modestly lower blood pressure by relaxing vessels. Peppermint oil and chamomile lack significant BP effects, while licorice root raises BP due to sodium retention.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer packed RBCs to a client who has a low hemoglobin, which of the following actions by the client indicates prior to the start of the infusion?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Checking blood compatibility prevents transfusion reactions, a critical step before infusion. Priming, catheter size, and identity confirmation follow.