ATI RN
ATI Fundamental Exams Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
After an assessment, the nurse realizes that a client demonstrates cognitive responses to stress. What behaviors did the client demonstrate for the nurse to make this clinical determination?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Decreased attention to detail indicates cognitive impairment due to stress, affecting concentration and decision-making. Irritability and anger are emotional, and lethargy is physical.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client about foods that are included on a clear liquid diet. Which of the following food choices made by the client indicates the need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Yogurt is a semi-solid, not suitable for a clear liquid diet, which includes transparent, easily digestible fluids like gelatin, popsicles, and broth. The choice of yogurt indicates a misunderstanding of the diet.
Question 3 of 5
A home health nurse is teaching about endotracheal suctioning. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A,C
Rationale: Resting 10-15 seconds between suctioning prevents hypoxemia and airway trauma. Suctioning less than 10 seconds minimizes hypoxemia and mucosal damage. Suction pressure should be 80-120 mm Hg, individualized. Suction during insertion increases trauma risk.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for the client with cardiac and renal disease. The client now has a serum potassium level of 6.0 mEq/L. Which medications, if prescribed, should the nurse administer? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Calcium gluconate stabilizes cardiac membranes against hyperkalemia effects. Dextrose and insulin shift potassium into cells, lowering serum levels. Colace is irrelevant to hyperkalemia. Potassium chloride would worsen hyperkalemia.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is conducting a nutritional class on minerals and electrolytes. The nurse should include which of the following foods is a major source of magnesium?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tuna is a significant source of magnesium, supporting muscle, nerve, and bone health.
Tomatoes, eggs, and oranges provide other nutrients but are not major magnesium sources compared to fish, nuts, or leafy greens.