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ATI Fundamentals Exam Nursing 100 Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is leading an exercise class for a group of adults aged 65 years and older. The nurse incorporates isotonic,isometric and isokinetic exercises into the class. Which activity is an isometric exercise?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Contracting the gluteal muscles while holding a simple yoga pose is an isometric exercise involving muscle contraction without joint movement. Carrying a ball walking and lifting the knee are isotonic exercises involving joint motion.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting a client who has received crutches in an urgent care center following a foot injury. Which of the following statements should the nurse identify as an indication that the client needs additional teaching?
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: Bearing weight on hands (not arms) and using unfit old crutches indicate incorrect technique and safety risks requiring further teaching. Spare tips and inspections are appropriate.
Question 3 of 5
When measuring the size,depth,and wound tunneling of a client's stage 4 pressure injury what action should the nurse perform first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Performing hand hygiene before wound care prevents infection and maintains aseptic technique preceding assessment or measurement steps.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient with a fractured left leg and is using crutches. Which statement indicates the patient has correct understanding of how to properly use her crutches?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Placing weight on the unaffected leg first when climbing stairs ensures balance and stability. Using the axilla risks nerve damage extended elbows reduce control and extending the uninjured leg when rising is incorrect.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing bowel sounds on post-operative day 2 abdominal surgery patients. He does not hear bowel sounds. What should the nurse conclude about his findings?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The absence of bowel sounds on post-operative day 2 may indicate paralytic ileus a temporary impairment of bowel motility lasting 3-5 days common after abdominal surgery. It’s not normal for all patients and while abnormal if prolonged notification depends on clinical context.