ATI RN
ATI Fundamentals Proctored Exam Study Guide 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Nurse is receiving provider prescription by phone for morphine for client who is reporting moderate to severe pain. Which of the following actions are appropriate? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A, B, C
Rationale: The correct actions are A, B, and C.
A: Repeating details of the prescription back to the provider ensures accuracy and reduces errors.
B: Having another nurse listen to the phone prescription provides a second verification to prevent mistakes.
C: Obtaining the prescriber's signature on the prescription within 24 hours is necessary for documentation and legal purposes.
Incorrect choices:
D: Declining the verbal prescription is inappropriate as it is essential for managing the client's pain promptly.
E: Informing the charge nurse about the prescription is not necessary as the immediate focus should be on accurately receiving and documenting the prescription.
Question 2 of 5
Nurse educator is teaching module on proper body mechanics during employee orientation. Which statements by new nurse indicates need for more teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
1. The line of gravity should fall within the base of support for stability.
2. A: Incorrect - the line of gravity should remain within the base of support.
3. B: Correct - lower center of gravity increases stability.
4. C: Correct - broader base of support enhances stability.
5. D: Correct - holding objects close to the body reduces strain.
6. Summary: A is incorrect as the line of gravity should not fall outside the base of support. B, C, and D are correct as they promote stability and proper body mechanics.
Question 3 of 5
Nurse has prepared a sterile field for assisting a provider with chest tube insertion. Which should the nurse recognize as contaminating the sterile field? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale:
Correct Answer: B, C, D
Rationale:
B: Moistening a cotton ball with sterile NS and placing it on the sterile field introduces moisture and potentially non-sterile elements, contaminating the field.
C: Any delay increases the risk of contamination as the sterile field may no longer be maintained sterile for the intended procedure.
D: Turning away from the sterile field to speak to someone allows for potential contaminants to enter the sterile area.
Incorrect
Choices:
A: While dropping a sterile instrument near the field is not ideal, it may not necessarily contaminate the field.
E: The client's hand brushing against the outer edge of the sterile field is a concern, but it is not a direct cause of contamination in the field.
Question 4 of 5
Nurse educator conducting parenting class for new parents. Which statement made by participant indicates need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: "Once my baby can sit up, he should be safe in the bathtub." This statement indicates a need for further teaching because infants can easily slip and drown in even a few inches of water, so they should never be left unattended in the bathtub even when they can sit up. This statement overlooks the importance of constant supervision during bath time.
Other choices are incorrect because:
A: Starting swimming lessons when the baby can close her mouth under water is not recommended for infants.
C: Testing the water temperature before placing the baby in the bath is a good practice.
D: Removing the mobile from over the bed once the infant starts to push up is a safety measure to prevent accidents.
Question 5 of 5
Nurse enters a client's room & finds him sitting in his chair. He states, 'I fell in the shower, but I got myself back up & into my chair.' How should nurse document this in client's chart?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because it accurately reflects the client's statement and actions. By documenting that the client fell in the shower but was able to get back into the chair, the nurse captures the client's experience while also noting his ability to self-recover.
Choice A is incorrect because it does not mention the client's ability to get back up.
Choice C is incorrect as important information provided by the client should be documented.
Choice D is incorrect as it does not reflect the client's ability to get back up.