ATI RN
ATI Nutrition Practice Test B 2019
1. You are doing bed bath to the client when suddenly, The nursing assistant rushed to the room and tell you that the client from the other room was in Pain. The best intervention in such case is:
- A. Raise the side rails, cover the client and put the call bell within reach and then attend to the client in pain to give the
- B. Tell the nursing assistant to give the pain medication to the client complaining of pain
- C. Tell the nursing assistant to go the client’s room and tell the client to wait
- D. Finish the bed bath quickly then rush to the client in Pain
Correct answer: D
Rationale: Understanding the underlying pathology and therapeutic techniques ensures that nursing care is not only reactive but also preventative, reducing the risk of complications.
2. The nurse is educating a new nurse on the identification of pain in children. What does the nurse teach about physiologic measurements in children’s pain assessment?
- A. Not useful as the only indicator for pain
- B. Best indicator of pain in children of all ages
- C. Most valuable when children also report having pain
- D. Essential to determine whether a child is telling the truth about pain
Correct answer: A
Rationale: Physiologic manifestations of pain may vary considerably, so they do not provide a consistent measure of pain. Heart rate may increase or decrease. The same signs that may suggest fear, anxiety, or anger also indicate pain. In chronic pain, the body adapts, and these signs decrease or stabilize. Physiologic measurements are of limited value and must be viewed in the context of a pain rating scale, behavioral assessment, and parental report. When the child reports pain on an appropriate pain scale, the appropriate interventions should be used. Therefore, physiologic measurements are not considered a reliable standalone indicator for pain in children, making choice A the correct answer. Choice B is incorrect because physiologic measurements alone do not serve as the best indicator of pain. Choice C is incorrect as physiologic measurements are still limited even when children report pain. Choice D is incorrect as physiologic measurements are not primarily used to determine the truthfulness of a child's pain report.
3. Most behavioral disorders are determined primarily by ________.
- A. genetics
- B. upbringing
- C. diet
- D. environment
Correct answer: A
Rationale: Genetics play a significant role in the development of behavioral disorders. While upbringing, diet, and environment can also influence behavior, genetics are often the primary factor in determining behavioral disorders. Choice B (upbringing) can contribute to behavior but is not the sole determinant of behavioral disorders. Choice C (diet) can impact behavior but is not the primary factor in behavioral disorders. Choice D (environment) can also influence behavior, but genetics typically play a more significant role in determining behavioral disorders.
4. Which best describes the concept of health promotion?
- A. Focusing on treating illness
- B. Encouraging healthy behaviors
- C. Ensuring access to care
- D. Focusing on disease prevention
Correct answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'Encouraging healthy behaviors.' Health promotion focuses on empowering individuals and communities to take control of their health by promoting healthy behaviors and lifestyles. This approach involves education, creating supportive environments, and advocating for policies that enhance well-being. It goes beyond simply treating illness or preventing diseases, emphasizing a proactive and holistic approach to achieving and maintaining good health.
5. A client has a new prescription for transdermal patches. Which of the following statements should the nurse identify as an indication that the client understands the instructions?
- A. I will clean the site with an alcohol swab before applying the patch.
- B. I will rotate the application sites weekly.
- C. I will apply the patch to an area of skin with no hair.
- D. I will place the new patch where the old patch was.
Correct answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because applying the patch to an area of skin without hair ensures better absorption of the medication. Hair can interfere with the patch's adherence and effectiveness. It is important for the client to choose a clean, hairless area for proper medication delivery. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect. Cleaning the site with an alcohol swab is a good practice but does not specifically indicate understanding of proper patch application. Rotating application sites weekly is important to prevent skin irritation but is not directly related to applying the patch to an area of skin without hair. Placing the new patch where the old patch was may lead to skin irritation and poor absorption of the medication.