ATI RN
ATI Fundamentals 2023 Retake Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to perform an anthropometric assessment on a client. Which of the following client data should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Weight (
C) is a key anthropometric measure for nutritional status. Orientation (
A), pain (
B), and respiratory rate (
D) are unrelated.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer packed RBCs to a client who has a low hemoglobin level. Which of the following actions should the nurse take prior to the start of the infusion?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Checking blood compatibility (
C) prevents transfusion reactions, a critical safety step. Small gauge (
A) is incorrect (large needed), lactated Ringer’s (
B) risks clotting, and technician confirmation (
D) isn’t standard.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collaborating with a risk management team about potential legal issues involving client care. The nurse should identify that which of the following situations is an example of negligence?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Administering medication without identification (
C) risks errors, constituting negligence. Consent breach (
A) is ethical, discussion (
B) is privacy, and prevention (
D) may be safety-driven.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who had a stroke and coughs frequently when swallowing. The nurse should request a referral to which of the following members of the interdisciplinary team?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Speech-language pathologists (
C) treat swallowing issues post-stroke. Occupational (
A) aids ADLs, physical (
B) mobility, and social workers (
D) psychosocial needs.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a terminal illness. The client states, 'I am not giving up. I want as much treatment as possible.' Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Contacting the provider (
D) respects the client’s wish for treatment. Enjoyment (
A) dismisses, time left (
B) discourages, and hospice (
C) assumes surrender.