ATI RN
ATI Nurs 112 Fundamentals of Nursing Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which patient should have the temperature taken orally rather than using a tympanic thermometer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ear infections can skew tympanic readings, so oral temperature is preferred. Other conditions make oral measurement impractical.
Question 2 of 5
112.2 lb. = _____kg
Correct Answer: 50.9
Rationale:
To convert pounds to kilograms, divide by 2.2: 112.2 / 2.2 = 50.9 kg.
Question 3 of 5
What findings does the nurse expect when assessing the cardiovascular system of a healthy adult? Select the 3 correct answers.
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Normal findings include a smooth 2+ pulse, heart rate of 62 bpm, and regular S1/S2 sounds. Pedal edema suggests pathology, not normal health.
Question 4 of 5
Which patient should have the temperature taken orally rather than using a tympanic thermometer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ear infections can skew tympanic readings, so oral temperature is preferred. Other conditions make oral measurement impractical.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient who lost consciousness and collapsed. Which site will be used to determine if the patient has a pulse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The carotid artery is used in emergencies to assess pulse in unconscious patients due to its strong, central flow.