ATI RN
ATI Nurs 100 Fundamental Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing an in-service program about preventing medication errors when transcribing a prescription. The nurse is using a dosage example of two tenths of a milligram. Which of the following examples should the nurse use to show appropriate transcription of this dosage?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: 0.2 mg is the correct transcription, minimizing misinterpretation by avoiding trailing zeros.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has had a sedative overdose. What is the priority action in caring for this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ensuring an airway is critical to prevent respiratory failure in overdose.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a patient about medications. Which statement from the patient indicates teaching is effective?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rotating transdermal patch sites prevents skin irritation and ensures absorption.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse has withdrawn a narcotic from the medication dispenser and must waste a portion of the medication. What should the nurse do?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A witness ensures accountability for controlled substance disposal.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer levothyroxine 0.75 mg PO once a day. The amount available is levothyroxine 88 mcg/tablet. How many tablets should the nurse administer per dose?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: 0.75 mg = 750 mcg; 750 ÷ 88 mcg/tablet ≈ 8.52, rounded to 9 tablets.