ATI RN
ATI Capstone Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing a client who is postoperative following a below-the-knee amputation for a leg prosthesis fitting. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: This method reduces swelling, shapes the limb, and prevents edema for proper prosthesis fitting. Other actions are less frequent or unsafe.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in a provider’s office is assessing a client who has rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Which of the following findings is a late manifestation?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Knuckle deformity is a late manifestation of rheumatoid arthritis, resulting from chronic inflammation causing joint damage, such as ulnar deviation or swan neck deformities. Low-grade fever, weight loss, and anorexia occur earlier due to systemic inflammation but are not specific to advanced stages.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer dextrose 5% in 0.45% sodium chloride IV to infuse at 100 mL/hr. The nurse is using microtubing. The nurse should set the manual IV infusion to deliver how many gtt/min? (Round to the nearest whole number)
Correct Answer: 100
Rationale: Microtubing has a drop factor of 60 gtt/mL. Drip rate = (100 mL/hr × 60 gtt/mL) ÷ 60 = 100 gtt/min. This calculation ensures accurate delivery of the prescribed infusion rate.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a client who has a pressure ulcer. The nurse should identify an elevation in which of the following laboratory values as an indication that the client has developed an infection?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An elevated white blood cell (WB
C) count indicates infection, as the body produces more WBCs to fight pathogens in an infected pressure ulcer. BUN and potassium assess kidney function and electrolyte balance, not specific to infection detection.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who reports drinking three to four glasses of wine each night and taking 3,000 mg of acetaminophen daily. Which of the following laboratory values is the priority for the nurse to assess?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Aspartate aminotransferase (AST) is the priority, as heavy alcohol and high-dose acetaminophen pose a significant risk of liver damage. Elevated AST indicates liver injury, critical to monitor for hepatotoxicity. Creatinine, amylase, and ADH assess kidney, pancreatic, or fluid balance issues, less relevant here.