ATI RN
ATI Nurs 112 Fundamentals of Nursing Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The licensed prescriber orders Minipress 2 mg po two times a day for Mr. Shaw's high blood pressure. The medication comes in 1mg per capsule. How may capsules will the nurse administer per dose?
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale: Calculation: 2 mg / 1 mg per capsule = 2 capsules per dose.
Question 2 of 5
2 tsp =
Correct Answer: 10
Rationale: Calculation: 2 tsp × 5 mL/tsp = 10 mL.
Question 3 of 5
A patient's blood pressure suddenly drops from 132/82 to 104/52. The nurse notes that the patient's skin is pale and the patient appears ready to faint. What is the priority action of the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Check carotid pulse to assess perfusion in a hypotensive patient at risk of fainting, indicating possible shock.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following terms is used when an adult has a pulse rate of 110 to 140 beats per minute?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tachycardia is a pulse rate >100 bpm, fitting 110-140 bpm. Dysrhythmia is irregular rhythm, bradycardia is slow, and pyrexia is fever.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient with the following vital signs: Temperature: 98.9° F, Pulse: 94, Respirations: 20, Blood pressure: 144/94, Pulse oximetry: 94%. What is the priority action of the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Elevated BP (144/94) requires asking about usual BP to determine if it’s abnormal for the patient before further action.