ATI RN
ATI Nurs 112 Fundamentals of Nursing Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client has taken an overdose of an opioid. The nurse knows the client must be carefully observed for which effect on respirations?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Opioid overdose causes respiratory depression, leading to bradypnea (slow breathing), a life-threatening effect requiring close monitoring.
Question 2 of 5
The patient has a history of orthostatic hypotension. What is the priority action of the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Slow position changes prevent falls due to orthostatic hypotension. Other actions are secondary.
Question 3 of 5
Covert 102.5 Fahrenheit to C (round to tenths)
Correct Answer: 39.2
Rationale: Formula: °C = (°F - 32) × 5/9. (102.5 - 32) × 5/9 = 39.1666, rounded to 39.2 °C.
Question 4 of 5
The nursing student is obtaining the patient's vital signs (VS). The patient has gone to the clinic seeking help because she is having chest pain. Which of the following vital signs are most important to obtain?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: For chest pain, assess temperature, pulse, respirations, BP, O2 saturation, and pain to evaluate cardiac and respiratory status comprehensively.
Question 5 of 5
You have delegated vital signs to the assistive personnel. The assistant informs you that the patient has just finished a bowl of hot soup. The nurse's most appropriate advice would be to
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Wait 30 minutes after hot soup to ensure accurate oral temperature, as food/drink can skew readings.