ATI RN
ATI Comprehensive 2024 Exit Exam with NGN Questions
Extract:
A nurse is preparing to obtain a health history from a client who is on bedrest.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following positions should the nurse take to place the client at ease?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Sit in a chair next to the bed. This position allows the nurse to be at eye level with the client, promoting a sense of equality and rapport. Sitting also conveys a sense of attentiveness and availability for conversation. Standing at the side of the bed (
B) may create a sense of distance. Sitting on the bed next to the client (
C) may invade personal space. Standing at the foot of the bed (
D) can be perceived as intimidating.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client in an acute care setting.
Question 2 of 5
Complete the following sentence by using the list of options. The client is at risk of----- as evidenced by-------
Correct Answer: C,F
Rationale: Immobility increases the risk of hypostatic pneumonia, especially in clients with paraplegia.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for an adolescent who has hyperthermia. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Initiate seizure precautions. Hyperthermia can lead to seizures due to the brain's sensitivity to high temperatures. Seizure precautions involve ensuring a safe environment, padding the bed, and having emergency equipment ready. Administering oral acetaminophen (
A) is not the priority in hyperthermia as it may not rapidly reduce the temperature. Covering with a thermal blanket (
B) may further increase body temperature. Submerging feet in ice water (
C) can cause vasoconstriction and shivering, leading to increased core temperature.
Extract:
A nurse in an outpatient orthopedic clinic is caring for the client six weeks following surgical repair of a fractured radius.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following information provided by the client indicates improvement? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,D,E,F
Rationale: Improvement signs encompass hygiene, nutrition, weight gain, and social interaction.
Extract:
A nurse is admitting a client to a medical-surgical unit.
Question 5 of 5
When performing medication reconciliation for the client, which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Comparing prescriptions prevents duplication and interactions.