ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals 2019 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer an injection to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take after Injection?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Discarding the needle in a puncture-proof container immediately after injection prevents needlestick injuries and ensures safe disposal. Removing the needle placing it on a table or recapping increases injury risk.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse receives a new prescription over the telephone from a client's provider. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reading back the prescription ensures accuracy and prevents errors by confirming details with the provider immediately. Writing documenting or obtaining a signature follows after verification.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who had a stroke and requires assistance with morning ADLs. Which of the following interprofessional team members should the nurse consult?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An occupational therapist specializes in assisting with ADLs addressing the client’s needs for morning activities post-stroke. Physical therapists focus on mobility dieticians on nutrition and speech pathologists on communication/swallowing.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is documenting client care. Which of the following abbreviations should the nurse use?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: SQ is a standard recognized abbreviation for subcutaneous in healthcare documentation. "O SS and BRP" are ambiguous or non-standard risking miscommunication in medical records.
Question 5 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: B
Rationale: Placing the tourniquet below the insertion site distends veins aiding catheter insertion. Dependent positioning may not help cool compresses are not standard and distal sites are preferred to preserve proximal veins.