ATI RN
RN ATI Fundamentals of Nursing Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When reviewing the admitting prescriptions for a client,the nurse notes that the dose of one medication is three times the usual dose of this medication. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Contacting the provider (
D) ensures safety by clarifying an unusually high dose. Other choices risk administering an unsafe dose.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse on a medical unit is caring for a client who suddenly becomes confused and drowsy. Additional data includes pulse 100/min,respiratory rate 24/min BP 132/76 mm Hg and temperature 36.8°C (98.2°F). Which of the following actions should the nurse perform?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A neurological check (
C) is priority to assess sudden confusion and drowsiness indicating a potential neurological issue. Other choices are not immediately relevant.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who receives intermittent enteral feedings through an NG tube. Before administering a feeding,the nurse should measure the gastric residual for which of the following purposes?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Measuring gastric residual (
C) assesses stomach emptying to prevent complications from overfeeding. Other choices are incorrect purposes.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client's bowel sounds. At which of the following points in the assessment should the nurse auscultate the client's abdomen?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Auscultating before percussion or palpation ensures accurate bowel sound assessment without interference. Other choices disrupt natural sounds.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has a decreased level of consciousness. The client is receiving continuous enteral feedings via a gastrostomy tube due to an inability to swallow. Which of the following is the priority action by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Observing respiratory status (
A) is the priority due to aspiration risk in decreased consciousness. Other actions are secondary.