ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals 2019 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to obtain informed consent from a client who speaks a different language than the nurse and is scheduled for surgery. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Addressing questions to the interpreter ensures accurate communication of the procedure’s details risks and benefits. Nodding may not confirm understanding medical jargon confuses and gender-specific interpreters are not necessary.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a newly prescribed hearing aid. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Leaving the battery in the hearing aid when not in use conserves battery life and prevents damage. Annual replacement vague time increases or maximum volume settings are incorrect or harmful.
Question 3 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 each crushed medication with sterile water prevents clogging and ensures proper delivery. Mixing medications insufficient flushing or combining with formula risks interactions or tube occlusion.
Question 4 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 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client following a bilateral mastectomy. The client is often tearful and avoids looking at her dressings. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Identifying the impact on body image addresses the client’s emotional response first establishing trust and guiding further interventions. Encouraging dressing changes providing a mirror or referring to a support group are secondary steps.