ATI RN
ATI N100 Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who needs to be on a soft diet. When teaching the client about what he can eat, the nurse should include what food would be indicated in this type of diet?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Mashed potatoes are an appropriate choice for a soft diet as they are easy to chew and swallow. A soft diet typically includes foods that are tender, moist, and easy to digest.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is monitoring a client who reports having chills and back pain during a blood transfusion. What is the nurse's PRIORITY action to complete?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Stopping the transfusion is the priority action as it addresses the immediate risk of a transfusion reaction, such as an allergic reaction or transfusion-related infection.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client who has a serum calcium level of 12.3 mg/dL (9-10.5 mg/dL). Which finding should the nurse expect during the initial assessment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypercalcemia can promote a hypercoagulable state, increasing the risk of thromboembolic events. This occurs because high calcium levels can enhance platelet aggregation and increase the coagulability of blood.
Therefore, a client with elevated serum calcium may have an increased risk of developing blood clots.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with severe hypokalemia. The provider places an order for IV potassium chloride (KCI) 60 mEq x1 now. Which action should the nurse take when caring for this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: KCI should be administered via a central venous line to reduce vein irritation and ensure safe delivery.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has hypernatremia and requires IV fluid therapy. Which solution should the nurse prepare to infuse for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hypotonic solutions, like 0.45% sodium chloride, dilute excess sodium in hypernatremia, aiding gradual correction of the imbalance.