ATI RN
ATI Nurs100102 Fundamentals Retake Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to obtain an electronic blood pressure measurement on a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Aligning the artery indicator ensures accuracy, unlike arm elevation, undersized cuff, or excessive cuff placement.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client who requires droplet precautions due to influenza. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A mask prevents influenza droplet transmission, unlike negative airflow, gowns, or HEPA filtration.
Question 3 of 5
Before administering a medication to a client, the nurse must identify the client. Which of the following methods of identification should the nurse use?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using name and date of birth ensures accurate identification, unlike family verification, MAR alone, or room number.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching an older adult client who has left-sided weakness about cane use. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Moving the weak left foot first with the cane provides support, unlike straight elbow, 18-inch steps, or holding with the weak hand.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a wound infection. Which of the following actions should the nurse take when obtaining a wound-drainage specimen for culture?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Saline cleansing removes contaminants without killing bacteria, unlike swabbing skin, antiseptic irrigation, or including intact skin.