ATI RN
ATI Fundamentals Carugda Custom Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An LPN is reviewing the laboratory test results for a client who has an elevated temperature. The nurse should identify which of the following findings is a manifestation of dehydration?
Correct Answer: B, C, D
Rationale: The document incorrectly lists blood osmolarity 260 mOsm/kg (
A) as a dehydration sign but normal is 275-295 mOsm/kg; low values suggest overhydration. Hypotension (
B) from reduced blood volume high urine specific gravity (C 1.035 normal 1.005-1.030) from concentrated urine and elevated sodium (D 150 mEq/L normal 135-145) from water loss indicate dehydration.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who receives intermittent enteral feedings through an NG tube. Before administering a feeding,the nurse should measure the gastric residual for which of the following purposes?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Measuring gastric residual (
D) assesses gastric emptying to prevent overfeeding and aspiration. It doesn’t evaluate electrolytes (
A) confirm placement (B use pH) or address dyspepsia (
C).
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following statements is true regarding intermittent feeding?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Gravity feeding (
B) ensures slow safe delivery preventing complications like aspiration. Pushing the plunger (
A) risks distress supine position (
C) increases aspiration risk and flushing only before (
D) neglects post-feeding tube patency.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who has acute diarrhea and reports that he is thirsty. Which of the following fluids should the nurse give the child?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pedialyte (D E) is formulated to replace fluids and electrolytes lost in diarrhea making it the best choice. Broth (
A) lacks key electrolytes apple juice (
B) worsens diarrhea due to high sugar and cherry gelatin (
C) lacks electrolytes and is high in sugar.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a group of assistive personnel (AP) about infection control measures on the unit. Which of the following is the most effective way to prevent the spread of pathogens during patient care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Frequent hand hygiene (
A) is the most effective way to prevent pathogen spread. Disposing equipment (
B) discarding syringes (
C) and changing linens (D E) are important but secondary to hand hygiene.