ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals Online Practice 2023 B Questions
Extract:
A nurse is providing dietary advice to a client at risk for hypokalemia.
Question 1 of 5
Which food should the nurse recommend for inclusion in the client's diet?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Avocados. Avocados are a nutrient-dense food high in healthy fats, fiber, and various vitamins and minerals, beneficial for heart health and weight management. Cucumbers (
A) are low in nutrients compared to avocados. Corn (
B) is high in carbs and lower in healthy fats. Asparagus (
C) is nutritious but not as nutrient-dense as avocados.
Extract:
A client in the emergency department reports abdominal pain and has not had a bowel movement for the past 7 days.
Question 2 of 5
Based on the client's clinical findings, which action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C - Administer a cleansing enema. This action is appropriate based on the client's clinical findings because it helps relieve constipation or fecal impaction, which may be causing discomfort. Administering an enema can help stimulate bowel movements and alleviate symptoms quickly. Assisting the client to a left side-lying position with the right knee flexed (
Choice
A) may help with gas expulsion but may not address the underlying issue of constipation. Preparing the client for a chest x-ray (
Choice
B) is not indicated for addressing bowel-related issues. Auscultating the client's bowel sounds (
Choice
D) is important but does not directly address the need for immediate relief of constipation.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following items should be recorded as 120 mL of fluid in the client's intake and output record?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: 8 oz of ice chips. In clinical settings, fluids are typically measured in milliliters. 1 oz is approximately 30 mL, so 8 oz of ice chips would be equivalent to 240 mL of fluid. Ice chips are considered a liquid at room temperature and will eventually melt into liquid form, contributing to the client's fluid intake.
Choices A, B, and D are incorrect because they are not equivalent to 120 mL of fluid.
Choice A, 2 cups of soup, is approximately 480 mL.
Choice B, 1 quart of water, is approximately 946 mL.
Choice D, 6 oz of tea, is equivalent to 180 mL.
Therefore, the most accurate option is C based on the given measurement.
Extract:
A nurse is attending to a patient who is receiving a unit of packed RBCs. The patient’s vital signs at 0800 and 0815 are given.
Heart rate of 110 bpm
Question 4 of 5
Complete the following sentence using the list of options. The patient exhibits symptoms of-------------------------------
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Tachycardia. Tachycardia refers to an abnormally rapid heart rate. In a patient exhibiting symptoms, this could indicate a fast heartbeat, which is a common sign of various medical conditions such as anxiety, heart disease, or hyperthyroidism. Hypertension (
A) is high blood pressure, not related to heart rate. Hypotension (
B) is low blood pressure. Bradycardia (
D) is a slow heart rate. Since the patient exhibits symptoms, tachycardia (
C) is the most relevant choice to describe the rapid heart rate.
Extract:
A nurse is preparing to transfer a patient who can bear weight on one leg from the bed to a chair.
Question 5 of 5
After securing a safe environment, what should the nurse do next?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Assess the patient for orthostatic hypotension. This is important to prevent falls and other complications when transitioning the patient to a standing position. Orthostatic hypotension can cause dizziness and fainting upon standing, so assessing for this condition helps the nurse determine the patient's readiness to stand safely. Rocking the patient up to a standing position (
A) can increase the risk of falls. Pivoting on the foot farthest from the chair (
B) is a technique used during the transfer process but is not the immediate next step after securing a safe environment. Applying a gait belt (
D) is important for assisting with ambulation but should come after ensuring the patient can safely stand.