ATI ns 550 Fundamentals proctored Exam

Order: Diazepam 4 mg via nasogastric tube three times daily. Available: Diazepam oral solution 5 mg per 5 mL. How many milliliters should the client receive per dosage?

The physician orders Methergine 0.3 mg by mouth twice a day for postpartum bleeding. The medication is supplied in 0.2-mg tablets. How many tablets will the nurse administer per dose? Round to the nea

A nurse is preparing the discharge paperwork for a client newly diagnosed with a new onset of hearing loss. The nurse understands that the most appropriate intervention for this client would be?

A nurse is prioritizing client care after receiving change-of-shift report. Which of the following clients should the nurse plan to see first?

Which patient is most at risk for developing an infection?

A break in the sterile field occurs when the nurse does which of the following? (Select all that apply)

A nurse is teaching a client who is obese and has obstructive sleep apnea how to decrease the number of nightly apneic episodes. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of

A nurse is removing staples from a client’s surgical incision. Which of the following will ensure safe removal? (Select all that apply)

The physician orders 1000 mL of D5W to infuse over 8 hours. The IV tubing has a drop factor of 10 gtt/mL. What is the drip rate in drops per minute? Round to the nearest whole number.

A nurse is teaching a client about foods to avoid before having an occult blood test of the stool. Which of the following foods should the nurse instruct the client to avoid?

A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a mastectomy. The client states, “I can’t stand to look at that incision. It makes me feel so ugly.” Which of the following responses shou

The nurse is assessing a client who reports abdominal pain. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a possible indication of appendicitis?

Which of the following interventions should be included in the plan of care for a client who has a prescription for a clear liquid diet? (Select all that apply)

A nurse is developing a plan of care for a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?

A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for NPH insulin 20 units subcutaneous daily. The nurse should plan to administer this medication at which of the following times?

A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for a transdermal nitroglycerin patch. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?

A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has a new prescription for warfarin. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a contraindication for this medication?

A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving a continuous IV infusion of heparin. The client’s aPTT is 92 seconds. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A nurse is planning to administer medications to a client who has a nasogastric tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Which of the following interventions is appropriate for preventing needlestick injuries in the workplace? (Select all that apply)

A nurse is assessing a client who has a chest tube in place. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider immediately?

A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving a blood transfusion. The client reports itching and hives. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?

A nurse is preparing to administer a medication to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to verify the client’s identity?

A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for a low-sodium diet. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend?

A nurse is assessing a client who has a new diagnosis of heart failure. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?