ATI RN
ATI Nurse 142 Final Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is working at a pain clinic and is preparing orientation for new staff nurses. Which of the following definitions of pain would the nurse correctly choose to include in the orientation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The definition 'Pain is whatever the person experiencing it says it is' emphasizes the subjective nature of pain, prioritizing the patient's self-report. This aligns with patient-centered care and current pain management standards, avoiding assumptions or reliance solely on objective measures.
Question 2 of 5
A patient is admitted to the floor with a diagnosis of chest pain. Which of the following would be a priority for the assessment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: When a patient is admitted with a complaint of chest pain, the priority assessment would be to determine whether the patient is experiencing an acute cardiac event, such as a heart attack. This would involve a comprehensive assessment that includes obtaining the patient's medical history, vital signs, performing a physical exam, and obtaining an electrocardiogram (ECG). Auscultation of the heart is a critical step in assessing for cardiac abnormalities.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following are primary nutrients? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: B,C
Rationale: Primary nutrients provide energy and building blocks for the body. Fats and carbohydrates (CHO) are macronutrients that supply energy. Hemoglobin is a protein in red blood cells, and lipase is an enzyme, not nutrients.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is teaching the patient about different stages of sleep. The nurse knows that REM sleep includes which one of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep is a stage of sleep that is part of the sleep cycle, which also includes non-REM (NREM) sleep. Dreaming occurs during REM sleep, and it usually composes about 20-25% of total sleep time in adults. NREM sleep, on the other hand, makes up the largest amount of total sleep time, typically about 75-80%. Both REM and NREM sleep are important for restorative sleep, but each plays a different role in physiological and cognitive functioning.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is performing a nutritional assessment. Which of the following would be considered objective data?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Objective data are measurable and observable findings that can be obtained through physical examination, laboratory tests, or other diagnostic procedures. Body Mass Index (BMI) is a calculated value based on height and weight, making it objective. Dietary history, patient complaints, and history of alcohol intake are subjective as they rely on the patient's self-report and may not be entirely accurate.