ATI RN
ATI Capstone Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing care for a client who is 2 days postoperative following abdominal surgery and is about to progress from a clear liquid diet to full liquids. Which of the following items should the nurse tell the client he may now request to have on his meal tray?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Skim milk is appropriate for a full liquid diet, providing protein, calcium, and calories needed for recovery. Chicken broth, flavored gelatin, and cranberry juice are clear liquids, less nutrient-dense and unsuitable for the full liquid diet phase.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is discussing the norming stage of the group development process with a student nurse. Which of the following statements by the student indicates understanding of the discussion?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The norming stage involves group cohesion and consensus as members resolve differences and establish shared goals. Testing and resistance occur in the storming stage, and constructive efforts are less specific to norming.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to the parent of a child who is prescribed diphenhydramine 25 mg elixir every 4 hours as needed. The amount available is diphenhydramine elixir 12.5 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer per dose? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale: Volume = 25 mg ÷ 12.5 mg/mL = 2 mL, rounded to 2.0 mL. This ensures the correct dose is administered based on the available concentration.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to turn a client who is obese following a spinal fusion. The nurse should plan to use which of the following techniques to turn this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The log roll technique maintains spinal alignment during turning, critical post-spinal fusion, especially for obese clients to prevent site disruption. Draw sheets assist repositioning, sliding boards aid transfers, and Hoyer lifts are for lifting, not suitable for in-bed turning.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has delusional behavior and states, 'I can’t go to group therapy today. I am expecting a high-level official to visit me.' The nurse responds, 'I understand, but it is time for group therapy and we expect everyone to attend. Let’s walk over together.' For which of the following reasons is the nurse’s response considered therapeutic?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Acknowledging the client’s feelings while gently encouraging participation builds trust and supports therapeutic communication. The response is empathetic, not primarily about setting limits or reflection.