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ATI RN Fundamentals 2019 Questions
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A nurse is teaching a group of newly licensed nurses about the Braden scale. Which of the following responses by a newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The Braden scale assesses six elements (sensory perception moisture activity mobility nutrition friction/shear) to predict pressure injury risk. The scoring range is 1-4 for most elements age is not directly measured and lower scores indicate higher risk.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who had a stroke and requires assistance with morning ADLs. Which of the following interprofessional team members should the nurse consult?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An occupational therapist specializes in assisting with ADLs addressing the client’s needs for morning activities post-stroke. Physical therapists focus on mobility dieticians on nutrition and speech pathologists on communication/swallowing.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has restraints to each extremity. Which of the following assessments should the nurse perform first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Assessing peripheral pulses first ensures circulation is not compromised by restraints which could lead to serious complications like tissue ischemia. Skin integrity comfort and elimination needs are assessed subsequently to ensure overall safety and comfort.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving continuous enteral feeding via NG tube. Which of the following is an unexpected finding?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A gastric residual of 300 mL indicates potential delayed gastric emptying requiring intervention. Normal glucose single diarrhea episode and modest weight gain are expected with enteral feeding.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving continuous enteral feedings through a gastrostomy tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Flushing the tube with 10 mL of water every 2 hours prevents clogging and maintains patency. Tubing changes are typically every 24-48 hours heating formula risks burns and routine residual checks are not standard.