ATI RN
ATI Clinical Exam Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a patient who has stable angina and a new prescription for nitroglycerin oral, sustained-release capsules. Which of the following instructions should the nurse give? What instructions should the nurse give for nitroglycerin capsules?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Swallowing capsules whole ensures proper release. They prevent, not treat, angina; meals or stopping without consulting are incorrect.
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Nurses’ Notes at 0700hrs
The client appears fatigued and reports a persistent headache. He has been experiencing muscle aches throughout his body. He also complains of a sore throat and has had a fever for the past two days. The client’s skin is warm to the touch and he appears slightly dehydrated.
Vital Signs at 0700hrs
• Temperature: 39.5°C (103.1°F)
• Blood pressure: 128/56 mm Hg
• Heart rate: 112/min
• Respiratory rate: 22/min
• SaO2: 96% on room air
Diagnostic Results at 0700hrs
• Complete blood count shows elevated white blood cells
• Throat culture has been sent to the lab for analysis
• Chest X-ray pending
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 45-year-old male client in the emergency department. The client was admitted at 0700hrs with a 2-day history of headache, muscle aches, fever, sore throat, and fatigue.The nurse is preparing to administer an antibiotic to the client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: B,E,F,G
Rationale: Encouraging fluid intake addresses dehydration. Monitoring temperature tracks fever. Checking allergy history prevents reactions. Educating about antibiotics ensures efficacy and prevents resistance. Mask, private room, and contact precautions are not indicated without contagious disease evidence.
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Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a toddler who has acute laryngotracheobronchitis and has been placed in a cool mist tent. Which of the following findings would indicate that the treatment has been effective? Which finding indicates effective cool mist tent treatment?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Decreased stridor indicates soothed airways, showing effective treatment for croup. Other findings are less specific.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who wants to know how albuterol aids his breathing. What should the nurse's response be? How does albuterol aid breathing?
Correct Answer: B,C
Rationale: Albuterol prevents wheezing and opens airways by relaxing muscles, not reducing cough, stimulating mucus, or reducing inflammation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a patient who has a new prescription for levothyroxine. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? What instructions should the nurse include for levothyroxine?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Taking levothyroxine in the morning on an empty stomach ensures optimal absorption. Meals, bedtime, or grapefruit juice reduce efficacy.