ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals Online Practice 2023 B Questions
Extract:
A nurse is attending to a patient who is receiving a unit of packed RBCs. The patient’s vital signs at 0800 and 0815 are given.
Heart rate of 110 bpm
Question 1 of 5
Complete the following sentence using the list of options. The patient exhibits symptoms of-------------------------------
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Tachycardia. Tachycardia refers to an abnormally rapid heart rate. In a patient exhibiting symptoms, this could indicate a fast heartbeat, which is a common sign of various medical conditions such as anxiety, heart disease, or hyperthyroidism. Hypertension (
A) is high blood pressure, not related to heart rate. Hypotension (
B) is low blood pressure. Bradycardia (
D) is a slow heart rate. Since the patient exhibits symptoms, tachycardia (
C) is the most relevant choice to describe the rapid heart rate.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who has herpes zoster and is inquiring about the use of complementary and alternative therapies.Which of the following actions should the nurse take to reduce the patient’s risk of developing plantar flexion contractures?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Apply an ankle-foot orthotic device to the patient's feet. This option is the most appropriate because an ankle-foot orthotic device helps maintain proper alignment of the foot and ankle, preventing plantar flexion contractures. Placing a pillow under the patient's knees (option
A) may provide comfort but does not address the contracture risk. Positioning trochanter rolls under the hips (option
B) is used for hip alignment, not foot contractures. Advising the patient to wear rubber-soled slippers (option
C) is focused on preventing falls, not contractures. Applying an ankle-foot orthotic device directly addresses the risk of plantar flexion contractures by providing support and maintaining proper alignment of the feet.
Extract:
A client expresses anger when the nurse does not respond within 5 minutes of ringing for the nurse.
Question 3 of 5
Which response by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because it demonstrates empathy and focuses on the patient's feelings first. By acknowledging the patient's frustration and offering assistance, the nurse shows understanding and compassion.
Choice A lacks empathy and could be perceived as defensive.
Choice B shifts the focus away from the patient's needs and towards the nurse's priorities.
Choices D, E, F, and G are not provided, so they cannot be evaluated. In summary, choice C is the most appropriate response as it prioritizes the patient's emotions and needs.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is educating a client who is under protective isolation precautions. Which statement from the client indicates they have understood the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: "I will wear a face mask when leaving my hospital room." This statement shows understanding of the need to prevent the spread of infection by wearing a face mask, a key aspect of protective isolation precautions.
Choice A is incorrect as shower frequency doesn't relate to isolation precautions.
Choice B is incorrect as it doesn't address infection control.
Choice C is incorrect because taking a plane could expose others to potential infection.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a patient who has dementia
Question 5 of 5
What intervention should the nurse take to minimize the risk of injury to the patient?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Use a bed exit alarm system. This intervention helps to prevent patient falls by alerting the nurse when the patient attempts to leave the bed unsafely. It promotes early intervention and reduces the risk of injury. Raising four side rails (
B) may restrict the patient's movement excessively and could lead to entrapment. Applying a soft wrist restraint (
C) may cause discomfort and compromise the patient's circulation. Dimming the lights (
D) does not directly address the risk of injury.