ATI RN
ATI Nurs 100 Fundamental Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A patient refuses medication. Which is the nurse’s first action?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Exploring reasons for refusal respects patient autonomy and informs subsequent actions.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a patient with activity intolerance for possible orthostatic hypotension. Which finding will help confirm orthostatic hypotension?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A systolic drop of ≥20 mm Hg (130 to 110) confirms orthostatic hypotension. Other options show insufficient drops or increases.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient with a pressure ulcer on the left hip. The ulcer is black. Which next step will the nurse anticipate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Debridement removes necrotic tissue to promote healing in a black ulcer.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse has withdrawn a narcotic from the medication dispenser and must waste a portion of the medication. What should the nurse do?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A witness ensures accountability for controlled substance disposal.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient with a healing Stage II pressure ulcer. The wound is clean and granulating. Which health care provider’s order will the nurse question?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hydrogen peroxide damages granulating tissue, delaying healing.