ATI RN
ATI Fundamentals Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A young man who has had a traumatic mid-thigh amputation of his right leg refuses to look at the wound during dressing changes. Which response by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Respecting the client's wish not to look at the wound shows empathy and supports the client's autonomy allowing them to process the trauma at their own pace. Other responses may pressure or dismiss the client's feelings which could hinder emotional recovery. Above-Knee Amputation
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is taking care of an adult client who throws a temper tantrum because he does not get his own way. Which defense mechanism is the adult client displaying?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The adult client is displaying regression a defense mechanism where an individual reverts to an earlier stage of development in response to stress or conflict. Throwing a temper tantrum a behavior typical of young children indicates regression to a less mature coping mechanism when the client does not get his way. Repression (
A) involves suppressing memories rationalization (
B) justifies behavior and reaction formation (
C) involves acting opposite to true feelings none of which fit the scenario.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is offering free occult blood screenings at a community health fair. Which level of practice is the nurse providing?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Offering free occult blood screenings at a community health fair is an illness prevention service aimed at detecting early signs of colorectal cancer to prevent disease onset through early intervention and treatment. Types of Fecal Occult Blood Tests
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following statements is true regarding types of health care agencies?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Public health agencies are responsible for protecting and improving the health of communities. They are often funded by government grants and work to prevent the spread of communicable diseases through measures such as vaccination programs disease surveillance and public education campaigns. Surgery can be performed in various settings not just hospitals. Skilled nursing facilities provide care for individuals needing ongoing medical support not just those whose insurance no longer covers hospital stays. Hospitals offer a range of services beyond acute inpatient care including outpatient and emergency services.
Question 5 of 5
A client has the goal statement "Client will be able to state two positive aspects of rehab therapy by the end of the week." One of the following statements demonstrates that the nurse appropriately evaluated this goal.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The statement "Outcome met. The client is able to state two positive aspects of therapy by week's end" demonstrates that the nurse appropriately evaluated the goal as it confirms the client achieved the specific goal of stating two positive aspects by the end of the week. Other statements indicate partial or no achievement of the goal.