ATI RN
ATI Nsg 131 Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to teach a client about a new medication. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Material at a 6th grade reading level ensures accessibility and comprehension.
Question 2 of 5
When reviewing the admitting prescriptions for a client, the nurse notes that the dose of one medication is three times the usual dose of this medication. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Contacting the provider ensures patient safety by clarifying an unusually high dosage.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing a client's evening dose of risperidone when the tablet falls on the countertop. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Discarding the tablet ensures no contamination, maintaining medication safety.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing a medication for a client and observes the date of expiration on the vial occurred 2 months ago. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Discarding expired medication ensures client safety, as efficacy and safety are not guaranteed.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to transfer a client from lying in bed to sitting in a chair. When identifying the safest method of transfer, which of the following is most important for the nurse to determine?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Weight-bearing status determines the safest transfer method to prevent falls or injury.