ATI RN
ATI Nurs 112 Fundamentals of Nursing Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which method will provide the most accurate measurement of the patient's heart rate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The apical pulse, auscultated at the heart’s apex, is most accurate, especially for irregular rhythms, compared to peripheral sites.
Question 2 of 5
You are assessing a client who has the following vital signs: blood pressure 120/68, pulse 84, respirations 18. You should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Normal vital signs (BP 120/68, pulse 84, respirations 18) should be recorded and compared to prior readings for trends.
Question 3 of 5
Mr. Pace receives Atarax 100 mg po at bedtime prn to relieve anxiety. You have 50 mg tablets available. How many tablets will you administer per dose?
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale: Calculation: 100 mg / 50 mg per tablet = 2 tablets per dose.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient who collapsed after working outside on a hot day. The patient is disoriented with hot, dry skin and a heart rate of 140 beats/minute. Which temperature will the nurse expect the patient to have?
Correct Answer: 104.4
Rationale: Hot, dry skin, disorientation, and tachycardia suggest heatstroke, with temperatures typically >104°F. 104.4°F aligns with this diagnosis.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer an opioid agonist to a client who has acute pain. For which of the following manifestations should the nurse monitor as an adverse effect of this medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Opioids can cause urinary retention by increasing sphincter tone. They suppress cough, cause bradypnea, and lead to hypotension, not the other options.