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ATI N100 Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing dietary teaching for a client who takes furosemide (Lasix), a loop diuretic. The nurse should recommend which of the food is a great source of potassium?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Baked potatoes are an excellent source of potassium, essential for clients on furosemide to replenish potassium lost due to diuretic effects.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is performing an admission assessment on a client. Which finding should the nurse identify as an indication that the client is dehydrated?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Increased urine specific gravity is a direct indicator of dehydration. It occurs because the kidneys concentrate urine to conserve water, leading to a higher concentration of solutes in the urine.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with rheumatoid arthritis. The client is having difficulty with self-feeding due to the pain and hand deformities. The nurse would anticipate a referral will be made to which member of the interprofessional team?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Occupational therapists specialize in helping clients regain and improve their ability to perform daily activities, particularly those involving fine motor skills. They are well-suited to address issues like pain management, joint protection techniques, and the use of adaptive equipment for self-feeding in clients with rheumatoid arthritis.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing nutritional education to a client recently diagnosed with high cholesterol. The nurse should provide the client with which statements regarding their diet restrictions?
Correct Answer: B,E
Rationale: Avoiding trans fats and prioritizing unsaturated fats are critical for managing high cholesterol, reducing cardiovascular risk.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with an order for one unit of packed red blood cells (PRBCs). The nurse should anticipate to remain at client's bedside during which time period of the infusion?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The first 15 minutes are critical for monitoring PRBC infusions, as most acute transfusion reactions occur within this timeframe, ensuring prompt intervention.