ATI RN
ATI Msn De5320 Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a class about sources of stress. The nurse should include that which of the following is an example of a psychological stressor?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Financial difficulties cause mental and emotional stress, a psychological stressor. Hypothermia, burns, and fractures are physiological stressors affecting physical health.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who reports experiencing flashbacks of a traumatic event that occurred a year ago. The nurse should identify that the client is experiencing which of the following stress-related disorders?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: PTSD causes long-term flashbacks post-trauma, matching a year-long duration. ASD is short-term, episodic acute stress isn’t a diagnosis, and IBS is unrelated to psychological trauma.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing care to a client that has been having pain without a clear etiology. Which nursing diagnosis should the nurse write as most appropriate for this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: ‘Acute pain related to unknown etiology’ precisely addresses the unclear cause, supporting further investigation. Option A omits etiology, B assumes psychosomatic origins, and D is less specific.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client how to check their radial pulse. Which of the following methods uses the psychomotor domain of learning?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Observing the client check their pulse assesses psychomotor skills (physical performance). Reviewing steps, discussing purpose, and sharing ranges are cognitive learning methods.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a newly licensed nurse about palliative care. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Palliative care improves quality of life for serious illnesses at any stage, not just terminal cases, and complements curative care across settings. Prolonging life isn’t the focus, and it’s not facility-limited.