ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching about safety considerations to an older adult client who lives at home. The client has heart failure and a new prescription for hydrochlorothiazide. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Weekly weighing isn’t frequent enough for heart failure. Evening dosing increases nocturia risk. A bathroom light prevents falls, enhancing safety. Hot baths may cause dehydration or temperature issues.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is obtaining a health history from a client. Which of the following factors places the client at risk for cardiovascular disease?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Metabolic syndrome (high BP, sugar, lipids) directly increases cardiovascular risk. Sports improve heart health. Alcohol history isn’t a direct risk. Hypotension isn’t typically a risk factor.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in a mental health clinic is caring for an older adult client who has depression and has stopped taking their medication. The client tells the nurse, 'I want to die now that my partner is gone.' Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Advising to discuss with the provider doesn't address the immediate concern of potential harm. Asking about thoughts of self-harm assesses the client's immediate safety. Inquiring about medication discontinuation is important but not as urgent as addressing suicidal ideation. While understanding the relationship is important, it's not the priority when a client expresses suicidal thoughts.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a terminal illness. The client states, 'I am not giving up. I want as much treatment as possible.' Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hospice may not align with the client’s wishes. Enjoying time dismisses their request. Contacting the provider respects their desire for treatment. Emphasizing limited time is unsupportive.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client how to self-administer daily low-dose heparin injections. Which of the following factors is most likely to increase the client's motivation to learn?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: While it's important for the nurse to explain the need for education, the client's belief in personal benefits is more motivating. The belief that their needs will be met through education fosters motivation. Empathy from the nurse can enhance the learning experience but might not solely motivate the client. Seeking family approval is an external motivator, but personal belief in the benefits of education is more intrinsic.