ATI RN
ATI Fundamentals Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse palpates the pulse of a client and documents the following: 6/6/12 pulse 85 and regular,3+ and equal in radial,popliteal,and dorsalis pedis. What does the number "+3" represent?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The "+3" represents pulse amplitude which indicates the strength or force of the pulse on a scale of 0 to 4+. A "+3" pulse is full or strong suggesting good blood flow to the area being palpated. Pulse 4-Point Scale
Question 2 of 5
A discharge goal for a client is to have improved mobility. Which outcome statement did the nurse write appropriately?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An appropriate outcome statement for a client with a discharge goal of improved mobility should be specific measurable achievable relevant and time-bound. The statement "Client will ambulate without a walker by 6 weeks" meets these criteria specifying the desired outcome providing a measurable goal and including a time frame. Other statements are either too vague or not measurable enough to be considered appropriate.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is admitting a new client to the unit. The nurse notes that this client would need an alternate meal choice when the menu specified pork for a meal. Members of which cultural group might request an alternative meal choice?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Muslims may request an alternative meal choice when pork is specified
Question 4 of 5
A client has accepted the fact that they need bypass surgery for a blocked artery and has been admitted to the hospital. Which one of the following stages of illness is this client experiencing?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The client is experiencing Stage 2 of illness known as the assumption of the sick role. In this stage the client acknowledges the illness accepts the need for medical intervention (such as bypass surgery) and seeks care by being admitted to the hospital. Stage 1 involves symptom experience Stage 3 is medical care contact (consulting professionals) Stage 4 is the dependent patient role (undergoing treatment) and Stage 5 is recovery. The client’s acceptance and hospital admission align with Stage 2 as they have recognized the illness and are taking action to address it.
Question 5 of 5
The attributes of a professional nurse are:
Correct Answer: E
Rationale: All listed options are attributes of a professional nurse. A professional nurse should be willing to learn from clients motivated to provide high-quality care aware of how beliefs and values influence others accept responsibility for actions and advocate for all clients encompassing a broad range of professional and ethical qualities.