ATI RN
ATI Fundamentals Proctored Exam Study Guide 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Nurse observes smoke coming from under door of staff lounge. Which is priority action by the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The priority action by the nurse in this scenario is to evacuate the clients (choice
C). This is because ensuring the safety of the clients is the top priority in any emergency situation. Evacuating the clients will remove them from potential harm and allow them to be in a safe environment. Pulling the fire alarm (choice
B) is important but should come after ensuring the clients' safety. Extinguishing the fire (choice
A) may put the nurse at risk and should be left to the fire department. Closing all open doors on the unit (choice
D) may help contain the fire but is not as critical as evacuating the clients.
Question 2 of 5
Nurse is preparing a discharge summary for a client who had knee surgery and is going home. Which of the following info about the client should the nurse include in it? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: The correct answers are B, C, and E.
B: Where to go for follow-up care is essential for continuity of care and ensuring the client receives necessary post-operative follow-up.
C: Instructions for diet/meds are crucial for the client's recovery and to prevent complications post-surgery.
E: Contact info for a home healthcare agency is important for arranging additional support and services post-discharge.
Incorrect answers:
A: Advance directives status is important but not directly related to immediate post-operative care instructions.
D: Most recent vital sign data may be important for the healthcare team but not necessary in a discharge summary.
By including B, C, and E in the discharge summary, the nurse ensures the client has the necessary information for a smooth transition from the hospital to home care.
Question 3 of 5
Nurse in clinic caring for 21 yo client who reports sore throat. Client tells nurse he hasn't seen a doctor since high school. Which health screening should nurse expect provider to perform for this client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Testicular exam. This is because the client is a 21-year-old male, and testicular cancer is most common in younger men. The provider would likely perform a testicular exam to screen for any abnormalities. Blood glucose (
B) is more relevant for diabetes screening, which is not indicated based on the client's sore throat complaint. Fecal occult blood (
C) is used to screen for colon cancer, which is not age-appropriate for a 21-year-old. Prostate-specific antigen (
D) screening is typically done for older men to detect prostate cancer.
Question 4 of 5
Nurse preparing wellness presentation for families at community center. When discussing health screenings for adolescents, which info about scoliosis should nurse include?
Correct Answer: A, C
Rationale: The correct answers are A and C.
A: "scoliosis is more common in girls than in boys" is correct as scoliosis is indeed more prevalent in girls.
C: "scoliosis screening is essential during adolescent growth spurt" is also correct because this is when scoliosis is most likely to be detected and monitored for progression.
B: Loss of height is not typically associated with scoliosis, making this choice incorrect.
D: Slouching is not a common cause of scoliosis; it is a misconception, hence incorrect.
E: Scoliosis is actually a sideways curvature of the spine, not a forward curvature, making this choice incorrect.
Question 5 of 5
Nurse is reviewing hand hygiene techniques with a group of APs. Which instructions should the nurse include when discussing handwashing? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,D
Rationale:
Correct Answer: B,D
Rationale:
B: Washing hands with soap & water for at least 15 seconds is essential to effectively remove dirt, germs, and contaminants.
D: Using a clean paper towel to turn off hand faucets after washing prevents re-contamination of hands.
Summary:
A: Applying 3-5 mL of liquid soap is not specified and may lead to excessive or insufficient soap usage.
C: Rinsing with hot water is unnecessary and may cause skin irritation.
E: Allowing hands to air dry is acceptable but not a critical instruction for handwashing.