ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals 2019 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer several medications via NG tube to a client who is receiving a continuous tube feeding. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Diluting crushed medications with sterile water facilitates administration and prevents mucosal irritation. Mixing medications (
A) risks interactions 5 mL flush is insufficient (
C) and combining with formula (
D) affects absorption.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has colon cancer and is scheduled for a colon resection with a possible colostomy. Before the procedure the client tells the nurse "I'm worried about that bag." Which of the following is an appropriate response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Restating the concern validates the client’s feelings and encourages discussion. Waiting (
A) dismisses concerns personal questions (
C) divert focus and false reassurance (
D) minimizes the issue.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a medication to a client. Which of the following should the nurse use as a client identifier?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Name is a unique reliable identifier verified against the medication record. Age (
B) photos (
C) room (
D) and bed (E) numbers are not specific or reliable.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a female client who has an indwelling urinary catheter. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Keeping the drainage bag below the bladder prevents urine backflow and infection. Attaching to side rails (
B) risks trauma the bag should be emptied when half full (
C) and taping to the abdomen (
D) may obstruct flow; the thigh is correct for females.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has wrist restraints after an episode of violent behavior. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Removing one restraint at a time ensures safety while assessing the client. Tying to side rails (
A) risks injury square knots (
C) are hard to release and restraints need removal every 1-2 hours (
D).