ATI RN
ATI Nsg 131 Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A provider prescribes a sublingual medication for a client who has an NG tube in place. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An oral formulation is needed as sublingual administration is not feasible with an NG tube.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is using the communication principle of presence when establishing a collaborative relationship with a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Attentive listening demonstrates presence, fostering a collaborative relationship.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a new group of assistive personnel (AP) about the importance of hand hygiene. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rubbing hands with alcohol rub for 20-30 seconds ensures effective hand hygiene.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for four clients. After administering morning medications, she realizes that the nifedipine prescribed for one client was inadvertently administered to another client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Checking vital signs assesses the client’s condition for adverse effects from the wrong medication.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer three liquid medications to a client who has an NG feeding tube with continuous enteral feedings. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Flushing the NG tube with 30 mL of water ensures medications are cleared and absorbed, preventing tube occlusion.