ATI RN
ATI N100 Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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
Rationale: Trans fats significantly increase LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol) levels and decrease HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol). Avoiding trans fats is crucial in managing high cholesterol and reducing cardiovascular risk.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with severe hypokalemia. The provider places an order for IV potassium chloride (KCI) 60 mEq x1 now. Which action should the nurse take when caring for this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: KCI should be administered via a central venous line to reduce vein irritation and ensure safe delivery.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client with profuse vomiting and diarrhea. Which finding is a manifestation of hypokalemia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Muscle weakness is a key manifestation of hypokalemia, resulting from potassium's role in muscle function.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client with a sodium level of 116 mEq/L (135-145 mEq/L). Which finding should the nurse expect for this client to have?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lethargy is a common symptom of severe hyponatremia. Low sodium levels can lead to cerebral edema and neurological disturbances, resulting in symptoms such as lethargy, confusion, and even seizures.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 1 day postoperative following a subtotal thyroidectomy. This morning's labs show a calcium level of 3 mg/dL (9-10.5 mg/dL). Which assessment would the nurse anticipate to be positive?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Chvostek's sign is a clinical indicator of hypocalcemia, where tapping on the facial nerve causes twitching of the facial muscles. With the client's calcium level of 3 mg/dL, which is significantly low, Chvostek's sign would likely be positive.