ATI RN
ATI Nurs 100 Fundamental Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer gabapentin 900 mg PO once daily for a client who has neuropathic pain. The amount available is gabapentin 300 mg/capsule. How many capsules should the nurse administer per dose?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: 900 mg ÷ 300 mg/capsule = 3 capsules.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client about nutritional requirements necessary to promote wound healing. Which of the following nutrients should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Protein provides amino acids essential for tissue repair and wound healing.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has impaired mobility. Which of the following support devices should the nurse plan to use to prevent the client from developing plantar flexion contractures?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A footboard maintains neutral foot positioning to prevent plantar flexion contractures.
Question 5 of 5
A patient refuses medication. Which is the nurse’s first action?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Exploring reasons for refusal respects patient autonomy and informs subsequent actions.