ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching an older adult client about reducing the risk for osteoporosis. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Avoiding sun reduces vitamin D. Decreasing dairy lowers calcium. Walking three times weekly is weight-bearing and promotes bone health. 250 mg calcium is insufficient for prevention.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to provide postmortem care for a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bright lights may be discomforting for the family. Inviting the family to assist in washing can aid grieving. Removing dentures isn’t standard practice. Leaving eyes open may be distressing and isn’t typical.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is obtaining a health history from a client. Which of the following factors places the client at risk for cardiovascular disease?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Metabolic syndrome (high BP, sugar, lipids) directly increases cardiovascular risk. Sports improve heart health. Alcohol history isn’t a direct risk. Hypotension isn’t typically a risk factor.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning to change a client's tracheostomy ties. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Three fingers’ space is too loose. Quick-release knots aren’t standard. Extending the neck may cause discomfort. Cutting old ties after securing new ones prevents tube dislodgement.
Extract:
Diagnostic Results
1000:
• Prealbumin level 13 mg/dL (15 to 36 mg/dL)
• Cholesterol 210 mg/dL (less than 200 mg/dL)
• Fasting glucose 110 mg/dL (70 to 110 mg/dL)
Medical History
0800:
The client has a history of malnutrition, hyperlipidemia, and diabetes mellitus. Mini Nutritional Assessment screening tool score of 7 points (0 to 14 points)
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is scheduled for surgery. Exhibits The nurse is reviewing the client's medical record. Which of the following findings places the client at risk for delayed wound healing? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: C,D,F
Rationale: Nutritional scores aren’t specific here. Hyperlipidemia and cholesterol don’t directly impair healing. Malnutrition, diabetes, and low prealbumin (indicating poor nutrition) hinder wound repair.