ATI RN
ATI Fundamentals Assessment Exam Midterm Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing to examine a client's mouth floor. To move the tongue to one side for this examination, which tool should the nurse use?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A gauze pad provides grip to safely move the tongue laterally for mouth floor examination. Penlights illuminate, gloves ensure hygiene, and tongue blades depress the tongue for throat inspection.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has hypothyroidism. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hypothyroidism causes lethargy due to slowed metabolism from low thyroid hormone levels. Exophthalmos and weight loss are linked to hyperthyroidism, and photophobia is unrelated.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is performing a respiratory physical examination on a healthy patient. When performing the percussion physical assessment technique, the lung percussion note should be:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Resonance is the normal percussion note over healthy, air-filled lungs, indicating air transmission. Tympanic notes suggest hollow structures, flat notes dense tissues, and dullness fluid or solid masses.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is presenting a class about fall prevention to a group of assisted-living residents. Which of the following statements by a resident best indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using bathroom handrails enhances stability on slippery surfaces, reducing fall risk. Longer cords and throw rugs create tripping hazards, and chairs without armrests hinder safe sitting/standing.
Question 5 of 5
What eye function is the nurse preparing to assess when the client is asked to stand 20 feet from a specific chart that is mounted on the examination room wall?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Standing 20 feet from a Snellen chart assesses distant vision, measuring visual acuity for far objects. Peripheral vision uses confrontation testing, external structures require close inspection, and near vision uses charts at 14 inches.