ATI RN
ATI Fundamentals Exam East Wick College Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory values of a client who is receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN): glucose 72 mg/dl, chloride 100 mEq/L, sodium 138 mEq/L, and potassium 3.0 mEq/L. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Potassium level of 3.0 mEq/L is low, requiring replacement. Discontinuing TPN, administering glucagon, or checking for Chvostek’s sign are not indicated.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who sustained blood loss. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a manifestation of hypovolemia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A thready pulse indicates hypovolemia due to decreased blood volume.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer the hepatitis B vaccine to a client. Which of the following techniques should the nurse use to locate the deltoid muscle?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: This technique accurately locates the deltoid muscle for IM injections.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about a high-fiber diet with a client who has constipation. Which of the following statements indicates the client understands the best choice for a high-fiber diet?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bran cereal is an excellent source of dietary fiber, providing higher fiber content per serving compared to almonds, sweet potatoes, or apples, making it the best choice for managing constipation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer potassium chloride to a client who has a potassium level of 5.8 mEq/L. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A potassium level of 5.8 mEq/L indicates hyperkalemia, requiring provider notification before administration.