ATI RN
ATI Fundamental Exams Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client about using a PCA device for postoperative pain management. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The PCA allows the client to control pain medication administration within safe limits, promoting autonomy. Medication is intravenous, not intramuscular, only the client should use it, and doses are controlled, not large.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving oxygen at $2 \mathrm{~L}/\min$ via a nasal cannula. The nurse recognizes the client is receiving which of the following inspired oxygen concentration?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: At 2 L/min via nasal cannula, the inspired oxygen concentration is approximately 24-28%, as each liter adds about 4% to the room air’s 21%. Thus, 28% is correct.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of clients. Which of the following clients is eligible for hospice care? (Select All that Apply)
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Clients with stage IV breast cancer (3-month prognosis), end-stage kidney disease post-dialysis, and terminal lung cancer discontinuing treatment are eligible for hospice due to life expectancy of six months or less. COPD and diabetes clients don’t automatically qualify without a terminal prognosis.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse identify as having an increased risk of aspiration while eating? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Stroke, head/neck radiation, and recent general anesthesia impair swallowing mechanisms, increasing aspiration risk. Lactose intolerance and diarrhea affect digestion, not swallowing.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is administering platelets to a client who reports having lower back pain and feeling chilled and itchy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Symptoms like lower back pain, chills, and itching suggest a transfusion reaction. Stopping the infusion immediately prevents further administration and prioritizes safety, followed by assessment and notification of the provider.