ATI RN
ATI Comprehensive 2023 With NGN 180 Questions And Answers Questions
Extract:
A nurse in the emergency department is caring for a client who is actively bleeding from a stab wound to the thigh.
Question 1 of 5
Which action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Apply direct pressure to the wound with thick dressing material. This action helps control bleeding by applying pressure to the wound site, promoting clot formation. Direct pressure is the first step in managing bleeding. Elevating the leg (
B) above the heart level is not effective for controlling bleeding in this case. Applying a tourniquet (
C) should only be considered as a last resort for life-threatening bleeding. Applying ice packs (
D) can vasoconstrict blood vessels, potentially worsening the bleeding.
Extract:
A nurse is preparing to administer three medications to a client who is receiving continuous enteral feeding through an NG tube.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following actions is appropriate for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Flush the NG tube with 5 ml water. This is appropriate to ensure the medication is fully administered and prevent clogging in the tube. Flushing helps clear any residue and ensures proper delivery.
A: Adding medication directly to enteral feeding can cause blockages and affect medication absorption.
B: Dissolving medications together can lead to chemical interactions and reduce effectiveness.
C: Using a syringe for gravity flow may not be suitable for all medications and can lead to improper dosing.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to admit a six-year-old with varicella to the pediatric unit. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Varicella (chickenpox) is an airborne disease, so assigning the child to a negative air pressure room helps prevent the spread of the virus to other patients and healthcare workers. Negative pressure rooms contain air that is continuously ventilated and filtered to reduce the risk of transmission. Placing the child in a semi-private room (
B) with another child with varicella would increase the risk of spreading the infection. Requiring the child to wear a surgical mask at all times (
C) may not be feasible for a young child and may not provide sufficient protection against airborne transmission. Ensuring the child's visitors wear droplet precautions (
D) is not effective in preventing airborne transmission.
Extract:
A charge nurse is teaching a new staff member about factors that increase a client's risk to become violent.
Question 4 of 5
Which risk factor should the nurse include as the best predictor of future violence?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Previous violent behavior. This is the best predictor of future violence because past behavior is a strong indicator of future actions. Research shows that individuals with a history of violence are more likely to engage in violent behavior again. This pattern of behavior is often consistent over time. Low self-esteem (
B), substance use disorder (
C), and a history of depression (
D) can contribute to violence but are not as reliable predictors as previous violent behavior. These factors may increase the risk of violence but do not have the same level of predictive value as an individual's history of violent behavior.
Extract:
A nurse is developing a nutritional care plan for a client who has COPD and severe dyspnea.
Question 5 of 5
Which action should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Small, frequent meals reduce fatigue and improve intake in clients with COPD.