ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals 2023 I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse manager overhears a nurse telling a client, 'I will administer your medication by injection if you don’t swallow your pills.' The nurse manager should identify that the nurse is committing which of the following torts?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assault is a threat causing apprehension of harm. The nurse’s statement threatens an injection, constituting assault. Defamation involves false statements, battery is physical contact, and invasion of privacy involves private affairs—none apply here.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is receiving a blood transfusion. The nurse notes lung crackles, hypoxia, and distended neck veins. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: A: High-Fowler’s aids breathing. C: Oxygen treats hypoxia. E: Stopping transfusion prevents further overload (possible TRALI). B: Epinephrine is for anaphylaxis, not overload. D: Diuretic needs provider order post-assessment.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer several medications via an NG tube to a client who is receiving a continuous tube feeding. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Flushing with water (typically 30-60 mL, though 5 mL is noted) ensures tube patency. Combining with formula risks interactions, dilution varies by drug, and mixing in one syringe risks incompatibility.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who had a stroke and coughs frequently when swallowing. The nurse should identify that which of following members of the interdisciplinary team?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A speech-language pathologist assesses and treats dysphagia, common post-stroke, to prevent aspiration. OTs aid ADLs, PTs improve mobility, and social workers address psychosocial needs.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to provide postmortem care for a client. Which of the following should the nurse perform first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Asking the family about assisting respects cultural/religious preferences, setting a respectful tone for care. Dentures stay in for facial shape, eyes are closed gently, and bright lights aren’t needed—soft lighting is preferred.