ATI RN
ATI RN VATI Fundamentals S 2019 Final Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is using a Doppler ultrasound stethoscope to assess the pedal pulses of a client who has peripheral vascular disease. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Moving the probe until a whooshing sound (Doppler sound) is heard confirms blood flow accurately assessing pedal pulses. Firm pressure risks compressing vessels the exterior ankle is not ideal and a 30° angle is not standard for Doppler use.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who reports using alcohol and controlled substances to cope with the death of their partner. The nurse should identify that maladaptive coping is an indication of which of the following types of complicated grief?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Exaggerated grief involves intense prolonged emotions and maladaptive behaviors such as substance use to cope as seen in this client. Chronic grief is prolonged sadness delayed grief is postponed and masked grief manifests as unrelated symptoms not substance use.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a central venous access device. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Using chlorhexidine solution to clean the catheter prevents infection with its antimicrobial properties. A 5-mL syringe risks excessive pressure daily dressing changes are unnecessary and blood in the lumen indicates complications not normal function.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who has heart failure and a new prescription for furosemide. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend to the client as the best source of potassium?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: 1 cup of cantaloupe is the best source of potassium among the options providing a moderate amount to help maintain balanced potassium levels crucial for heart health in clients taking furosemide which can deplete potassium. Lettuce tuna and raspberries have lower potassium content compared to cantaloupe.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the client's right to refuse treatment with other members of the health care team. The nurse should identify this right as which of the following ethical principles?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Autonomy emphasizes a client’s right to make decisions about their healthcare including refusing treatment. Justice involves fair resource distribution veracity is truthfulness and fidelity is loyalty to the client’s well-being none of which directly address refusal rights.