ATI RN
ATI Pediatric Nursing n100 Exam Questions
Extract:
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Question 1 of 5
Which position would be appropriate for the nurse to perform an abdominal assessment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The supine position with arms at the sides allows optimal relaxation of abdominal muscles and facilitates palpation and auscultation of abdominal organs.
Extract:
A client with a prescription for a loop diuretic.
Question 2 of 5
A client with a prescription for a loop diuretic is experiencing muscle cramps. Which laboratory value should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Loop diuretics can cause potassium loss, leading to hypokalemia, which may result in muscle cramps.
Extract:
A 60-year-old recovering from a heart attack.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is prioritizing the day's interventions. Which client should be the first to be taught about the hazards of straining when having a bowel movement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Straining can increase intra-abdominal pressure, risking arrhythmias or cardiac stress in a heart attack recovery patient.
Extract:
An older adult client experiences a change in mental status.
Question 4 of 5
An older adult client experiences a change in mental status. Which assessment finding represents a critical thinking approach?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Understanding the history of onset provides critical information about potential causes, aiding in formulating appropriate interventions.
Extract:
A client receiving pain reassessment after repositioning and analgesic administration.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse verbally contracts with a client to reassess their pain level after repositioning and an analgesic is given. The nurse returns within 60 minutes to evaluate effectiveness of the interventions. What ethical principle does this represent?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fidelity involves keeping promises, as the nurse honors the commitment to reassess pain within the agreed time frame.