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ATI RN Fundamentals 2023 Exam 3 Questions

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Question 1 of 5

A nurse is providing information to a client about durable power of attorney. The nurse should include that durable power of attorney is enforceable under which of the following conditions?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Durable power of attorney (
B) activates when the client can’t communicate healthcare decisions, not just self-care (
A), terminal illness (
C), or refusal (
D).

Question 2 of 5

During change-of-shift report, a nurse discovers they overlooked a prescription for a type and cross-match of a client who is to have surgery the next day. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Obtaining the type and cross-match (
A) first ensures blood availability for surgery, prioritizing patient safety. Informing (
B), documenting (
C), and reporting (
D) follow.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is assessing a client's cranial nerve VII. Which of the following responses should the nurse expect?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Cranial nerve VII (facial nerve) controls facial expressions; a symmetrical smile (
C) indicates normal function. Pupil constriction (
A) tests cranial nerve II, tongue position (
B) tests XII, and head turning (
D) tests XI.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is preparing to transfer a client to the radiology department using a wheelchair. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Lowering footplates (
B) prevents leg injury during transfer. Leaving a belt (
A) risks pressure ulcers, backing into elevators (
C) isn’t necessary, and forward weight (
D) increases fall risk.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is completing discharge teaching about ostomy care with a client who has a new stoma. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching? (Select all that apply.)

Correct Answer: B,C,D

Rationale: Pouch opening 1/8 inch larger (
B) fits well, emptying at one-third (
C) prevents leaks, and gauze (
D) protects during changes. Povidone-iodine (
A) irritates, and purple-blue (E) signals poor blood flow, not healing.

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