ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nursing instructor is counselling a student nurse who feels very anxious when going to clinical. The instructor advises the student to think of each clinical day as an opportunity to learn new things. This is an example of.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reframing clinical days as learning opportunities is an example of adapting to a stressor by adjusting oneβs perspective to cope better. It does not eliminate alter or avoid the stressor (clinical anxiety).
Question 2 of 5
A drug that is classified as being a "hypnotic" means that it will:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypnotic drugs are primarily used to induce sleep by depressing central nervous system activity leading to sedation. They are commonly prescribed for insomnia or as part of anesthesia. While some hypnotics may cause a stupor-like state this is not their primary purpose. Hypnotics are not intended to directly affect pain or mimic the psychological state of hypnosis induced by hypnotherapy which operates through different mechanisms.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse caring for clients recognizes that there are several areas of potential liability in nursing practice. These include: (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Transferring without a report documenting unverified vital signs and using faulty equipment (frayed cord) pose liability risks due to potential errors or harm. Routine tasks like assessments or physician calls are not inherently risky unless done improperly.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse discovers that the physician has prescribed a higher than recommended dose of a medication for a client. Which is the most appropriate action for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Calling the prescribing physician to clarify a higher-than-recommended dose is the most appropriate action to ensure patient safety and resolve potential errors. Administering a different dose holding without clarification or contacting the pharmacy first bypasses direct communication with the prescriber.
Question 5 of 5
The client's IV,placed near the right antecubital space is running very slowly but does not appear infiltrated and does not have evidence of phlebitis. Which measure should the nurse implement to attempt to improve the flow rate of the IV?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Altering the client's arm position can improve IV flow by adjusting gravitational forces or relieving any positional obstruction such as kinking of the vein. This is a safe and non-invasive first step. Using an infusion pump regulates flow but may not address the underlying cause of the slow rate. Lowering the IV pole could reduce flow due to decreased gravitational pull. Opening the clamp fully risks rapid infusion potentially causing fluid overload or vein irritation.