ATI Fundamentals Practice Questions
*Multiple Choice Exam* [Graded A+]
Latest 2024/2025
What is the primary purpose of performing hand hygiene in a healthcare setting?
A) To enhance patient comfort
B) To prevent the spread of infection
C) To comply with hospital policies
D) To save time ...
ATI Fundamentals Practice Questions
*Multiple Choice Exam* [Graded A+]
Latest 2024/2025
What is the primary purpose of performing hand hygiene in a healthcare setting?
A) To enhance patient comfort
B) To prevent the spread of infection
C) To comply with hospital policies
D) To save time during procedures
B) To prevent the spread of infection
A nurse is teaching a patient about the importance of dietary fiber. Which statement should the
nurse include?
A) Dietary fiber is only necessary for weight loss.
B) Dietary fiber helps to regulate bowel movements.
C) Dietary fiber can lead to dehydration.
D) Dietary fiber is found only in fruits.
B) Dietary fiber helps to regulate bowel movements.
When assessing a patient’s vital signs, which one should the nurse prioritize?
A) Blood pressure
B) Heart rate
C) Temperature
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,D) Respiratory rate
C) Temperature
What is the best method for a nurse to communicate effectively with a patient who has limited
English proficiency?
A) Speak louder to the patient
B) Use a professional interpreter or translation services
C) Simplify the language used
D) Use gestures and facial expressions only
B) Use a professional interpreter or translation services
Which nursing intervention is most effective in preventing pressure ulcers in immobile patients?
A) Keeping the patient in one position
B) Encouraging the patient to ambulate
C) Regularly repositioning the patient at least every two hours
D) Using a foam mattress
C) Regularly repositioning the patient at least every two hours
A patient has a prescription for a diuretic. Which assessment is most critical for the nurse to
perform?
A) Assess the patient's hydration status
B) Monitor the patient’s weight
C) Monitor the patient’s electrolyte levels
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,D) Check the patient’s blood pressure
C) Monitor the patient’s electrolyte levels
What is the correct procedure for obtaining a urine sample from a female patient?
A) Use a catheter to collect urine
B) Clean the labia, start urination, then collect a midstream sample
C) Collect urine from the bedpan
D) Ask the patient to provide a random sample
B) Clean the labia, start urination, then collect a midstream sample
Which of the following is an appropriate nursing action when caring for a patient with a central
venous catheter?
A) Change the catheter dressing weekly
B) Assess the insertion site for signs of infection
C) Use non-sterile gloves for all procedures
D) Flush the catheter with saline only when it is obstructed
B) Assess the insertion site for signs of infection
When planning care for a patient with diabetes, what should the nurse prioritize?
A) Scheduling regular follow-up appointments
B) Teaching the patient about blood glucose monitoring
C) Encouraging the patient to exercise regularly
D) Providing a diet rich in carbohydrates
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, B) Teaching the patient about blood glucose monitoring
A patient is receiving oxygen therapy. What is a critical assessment the nurse should perform?
A) Monitor the patient’s oxygen saturation levels
B) Assess the patient’s lung sounds
C) Check the patient’s blood pressure
D) Evaluate the patient’s heart rate
A) Monitor the patient’s oxygen saturation levels
What is the primary reason for implementing fall precautions for elderly patients?
A) They require more assistance with daily activities
B) They are at increased risk for injury due to decreased mobility and balance
C) They often forget to call for help
D) They tend to be less aware of their surroundings
B) They are at increased risk for injury due to decreased mobility and balance
In which situation would the nurse utilize therapeutic communication techniques?
A) When providing discharge instructions
B) When a patient is expressing feelings of anxiety about a medical procedure
C) When discussing laboratory results
D) When giving medication to the patient
B) When a patient is expressing feelings of anxiety about a medical procedure
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