ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals 2023 Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
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.