ATI RN
ATI RN Capstone Proctored Comprehensive Assessment A Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer medication to a client and discovers that a nurse on the previous shift gave the client a wrong dose of the medication. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Filing an incident report promptly documents the error for follow-up. Discussing with the nurse, notifying the pharmacist, or placing in the record are incorrect.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has generalized anxiety disorder about ways to help manage stress. Which of the following instructions should the nurse give the client about using progressive relaxation?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Progressive relaxation involves tightening and releasing muscles to reduce stress. Other options describe imagery or cognitive techniques.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in an acute mental health facility is teaching a client about the potential adverse effects of transcranial magnetic stimulation. The nurse tells the client that he might feel lightheaded, but that it should not affect his memory. The nurse is demonstrating which of the following ethical principles?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Veracity involves truthfulness. The nurse provides accurate information about transcranial magnetic stimulation side effects, ensuring honest communication.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for four children in an emergency department. Which of the following clients should the nurse assess first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Drooling in acute epiglottitis indicates potential airway obstruction, a life-threatening emergency requiring immediate assessment.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse in an acute care facility is caring for a client who has anorexia nervosa. During the first week of care, which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Observing for 1 hour post-meals prevents purging. Daily weighing, monitored dining, and daily vitals are more appropriate.