ATI RN
ATI Clinical Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to replace a nearly empty container of total parenteral nutrition (TPN) for a patient. There has been a delay in receiving the new TPN solution from the pharmacy. Which of the following solutions should the nurse infuse until the next TPN solution is available? Which solution should the nurse infuse during TPN delay?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dextrose 10% prevents hypoglycemia during TPN delay. Other solutions lack glucose.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a 1-year-old child. Which of the following disorders should the nurse suspect? Which disorder should the nurse suspect in a 1-year-old?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Wilms tumor is a kidney cancer common in young children, most likely at age 1. Other disorders are less age-specific.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who frequently tries to remove his IV catheter. A family member asks the nurse to apply restraints. What should the nurse's response be? What should the nurse respond to a request for restraints?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Covering the catheter reduces the urge to remove it, prioritizing autonomy. Restraints are a last resort; waiting or applying immediately is inappropriate.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who has a prescription for digoxin. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider before administering the medication? Which finding should the nurse report before digoxin?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hypokalemia (3.2 mEq/L) increases digoxin toxicity risk, requiring reporting. Other findings are normal.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a patient who has stable angina and a new prescription for nitroglycerin oral, sustained-release capsules. Which of the following instructions should the nurse give? What instructions should the nurse give for nitroglycerin capsules?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Swallowing capsules whole ensures proper release. They prevent, not treat, angina; meals or stopping without consulting are incorrect.