ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals 2019 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a controlled substance to a client for pain management. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reporting discrepancies ensures accurate inventory and prevents diversion. The nurse records waste (
A) sharps containers are for needles (
C) and counts are verified before removal (
D).
Question 2 of 5
A community health nurse is teaching a group of clients about Kegel exercises to prevent urinary incontinence. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Contracting pelvic muscles strengthens the pelvic floor improving bladder control. Holding breath (
A) worsens incontinence 2 weeks (
C) is unrealistic and tightening buttocks (
D) interferes with pelvic isolation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to insert an IV catheter for an adult client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Placing the extremity in a dependent position increases venous pressure for visibility.
Tourniquets go above the site (
A) warm compresses aid vasodilation (
B) and distal sites are preferred (
D).
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a group of newly licensed nurses about the Braden scale. Which of the following responses by a newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Braden scale measures six elements (sensory perception moisture activity mobility nutrition friction/shear). Elements range 1-4 (
A) age isn’t included (
C) and higher scores indicate lower risk (
D).
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has a new prescription for parenteral nutrition (PN) in 20% dextrose and fat emulsions. Which of the following is an appropriate action to include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A central venous line is needed for high-osmolarity PN like 20% dextrose to prevent complications. Bags should change every 24 hours (
B) glucose needs frequent monitoring (
C) and PN/fat can be combined (
D) if compatible.