ATI RN
ATI Nurs 100 Fundamental Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing care for a client who has a prescription for home oxygen. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A 'No Smoking' sign prevents fire hazards, as oxygen accelerates combustion.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is emptying an ileostomy pouch for a patient. Which assessment finding will the nurse report immediately?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Blood in the stool is abnormal and suggests potential gastrointestinal bleeding, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 3 of 5
A 2-year-old child is ordered to have eardrops daily. Which action will the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pulling the auricle down and back straightens the ear canal in children under 3.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for potassium chloride (KCL) 20 mEq PO daily. The nurse reviews the client’s most recent laboratory results and finds the client’s potassium level is 5.2 mEq/L. (Normal 3.5-5.0 mEq/L) Which action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Omitting the dose prevents hyperkalemia in a client with elevated potassium.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult client who is at risk for skin breakdown. Which of the following interventions should the nurse use to help maintain the integrity of the client’s skin?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A high-protein diet supports tissue repair and prevents skin breakdown in at-risk clients.