ATI RN
ATI Pediatric Nursing n100 Exam Questions
Extract:
A client who expresses concerns about sexual orientation.
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who expresses concerns about sexual orientation. When using the PLISSIT model, which step will the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Communicating an open, accepting attitude establishes a safe space, encouraging the client to discuss concerns freely per the PLISSIT model.
Extract:
Nurse Z is extremely attentive to their client's emotional & spiritual needs, spending up to 45 minutes each day providing psychosocial support.
Question 2 of 5
Nurse Z is extremely attentive to their client's emotional & spiritual needs. The nurse spends up to 45 minutes each day providing the psychosocial support. As a result, the nurse does not plan enough time to perform assessments or give medications on time. This nurse is liable for:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Poor time management is evident as excessive focus on psychosocial support leads to insufficient time for essential tasks like assessments and medication administration.
Extract:
A client being treated for a fluid volume excess.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client being treated for a fluid volume excess. Which clinical finding validates the client's fluid status?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Strong, bounding pedal pulses indicate adequate perfusion, consistent with fluid volume excess, as increased fluid volume enhances cardiac output.
Extract:
A client who has a fluid volume deficit with a diagnosis of gastroenteritis.
Question 4 of 5
The physician has ordered replacement fluids for a client who has a fluid volume deficit with a diagnosis of gastroenteritis. The nurse would expect the use of which type of fluids initially upon admission?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Isotonic fluids expand intravascular volume without causing significant fluid shifts, suitable for initial rehydration in gastroenteritis.
Extract:
A client with a calcium level of 6.3 mg/dL.
Question 5 of 5
A lab technician calls to tell the nurse that their client's calcium level is 6.3 mg/dL. How will the nurse proceed with this information? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E
Rationale: Reading back ensures accuracy, confirming client identity prevents errors, reporting hypocalcemia (6.3 mg/dL) to the physician is urgent, and documenting in the medical record ensures continuity of care.