ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is performing the diagnostic positions test. The nurse recognizes that normal findings from the diagnostic positions test should be which of these results?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Parallel movement of both eyes during the diagnostic positions test indicates normal extraocular muscle function. Nystagmus, lid lag, and convergence are not expected normal findings in this test.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is palpating a client's anterior chest wall and notices a course, crackling sensation over the skin surface. Which of the following should the nurse suspect from her findings?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Crepitus is a crackling sensation felt under the skin, often due to air in subcutaneous tissue. Friction rubs are heard or felt with pleural inflammation, tactile fremitus involves vibrations during speech, and adventitious sounds are abnormal lung sounds heard on auscultation.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is performing a breast examination on a client. The nurse understands that examining the upper outer quadrant of the breast is especially important because this part is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The upper outer quadrant is the most common site for breast tumors due to its higher concentration of glandular tissue. It’s not more prone to injury, not necessarily the largest, and suspensory ligaments are distributed throughout the breast.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assessing the carotid arteries of a client with cardiovascular disease. What action should be performed next by the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Palpating both carotid arteries simultaneously allows comparison of pulse amplitude, helping detect vascular abnormalities. Light observation, breath-holding, or showing the stethoscope diaphragm are not standard for carotid assessment.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is preparing to assess the visual acuity of an adult client. Which of the following assessment should the nurse use for visual acuity?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The Snellen chart, positioned 20 feet away, is the standard for testing distance visual acuity. The confrontation test assesses peripheral vision, and Jaeger cards and newsprint test near vision.