ATI RN
ATI Capstone Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client about carbon monoxide poisoning. Which of the following statements should the nurse identify as an indication that the client needs further instruction?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D. Carbon monoxide is odorless, colorless, and tasteless, so it cannot be detected by a metallic odor. This is a common misconception that needs to be corrected. A: True, high concentrations can be fatal. B: Correct, a detector is essential for safety. C: True, common symptoms of CO poisoning. In summary, D is incorrect because carbon monoxide does not have a metallic odor, unlike the other options which are all accurate statements regarding carbon monoxide poisoning.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge instructions to a client who has rheumatoid arthritis and a prescription for oral betamethasone. Which of the following statements should the nurse make about how to take this medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Take the medication with milk. Betamethasone can cause stomach irritation, so taking it with milk can help reduce this side effect. Milk coats the stomach lining, providing a protective barrier. This helps to minimize the risk of gastrointestinal upset.
A: Taking the medication with orange juice is not recommended as it can increase stomach irritation due to its acidity.
B: Taking the medication between meals may not provide the same protective effect on the stomach lining as taking it with milk.
C: Taking the medication on an empty stomach can increase the risk of gastrointestinal irritation and should be avoided.
E, F, G: These options are not relevant to the administration of betamethasone.
Question 3 of 5
Correct Answer:
Rationale: Question: Which of the following is NOT a primary color in the subtractive color model?
Choices: A: Red, B: Blue, C: Yellow, D: Green, E: Cyan, F: Magenta, G: Black
Correct Answer: D: Green
Rationale: In the subtractive color model (used in printing), primary colors are Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow. When combined, they create a range of colors. Green is a secondary color in this model, created by mixing Cyan and Yellow.
Therefore, Green is NOT a primary color.
Summary:
Choices A, B, C, E, F are incorrect as they are primary colors in the subtractive color model.
Choice G, Black, is also incorrect as it is the key color used for shading and darkness, not a primary color in this model.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has returned from the surgical suite following surgery for a fractured mandible. The client had intermaxillary fixation to repair and stabilize the fracture. Which of the following actions is the priority for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Prevent aspiration. This is the priority because with intermaxillary fixation, the client's ability to swallow and protect their airway is compromised. Aspiration can lead to serious complications such as pneumonia. Promoting oral hygiene (
A) can be important but not the priority. Ensuring adequate nutrition (
B) is important but can be addressed once the risk of aspiration has been minimized. Relieving pain (
D) is also important but not the priority over preventing aspiration in this case.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse enters a client’s room and finds him on the floor in the clonic phase of a tonic-clonic seizure. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct action is to place a pillow under the client's head. This helps to protect the client's head from injury during the seizure. It is important to maintain a patent airway and prevent head injury. Inserting a padded tongue blade (choice
B) could cause injury or obstruct the airway. Applying a face mask for oxygen (choice
C) may not be necessary at this point and can be done after the seizure stops. Gently restraining the client's extremities (choice
D) can cause further injury. It is crucial to prioritize safety and comfort during a seizure.