ATI RN
ATI Nurs 100 Fundamental Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is emptying an ileostomy pouch for a patient. Which assessment finding will the nurse report immediately?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Blood in the stool is abnormal and suggests potential gastrointestinal bleeding, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client about measures to prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs). Which client statement indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Wiping back to front increases UTI risk by introducing bacteria.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has end-stage kidney disease (ESKD) and reports having shortness of breath and swelling in his lower extremities. Upon assessment, the nurse notes the client has crackles in his lungs and an elevated blood pressure. The nurse should suspect which of the following based on the client’s manifestations?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Symptoms suggest fluid overload (hypervolemia) due to ESKD-related fluid retention.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer potassium chloride 20 mEq suspension PO daily. The amount available is potassium chloride suspension 10 mEq/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: 20 mEq ÷ 10 mEq/mL = 2 mL.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer aspirin 650 mg PO every 12 hours. The amount available is aspirin 325 mg tablets. How many tablets should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: 650 mg ÷ 325 mg/tablet = 2 tablets.