ATI Fundamentals Proctored Exam
Study Guide 2026–2027 | Complete
Review | Verified Questions, Answers
& Rationales | Graded A+
THIS EXAM INCLUDES:
✔ Legal and ethical nursing concepts
✔ Therapeutic communication and psychosocial integrity
✔ Reduction of risk potential
✔ NGN-style case studies and clinical judgment questions
✔ Verified questions with correct answers and detailed rationales
✔ Comprehensive review for ATI and NCLEX preparation
,ATI Fundamentals Proctored Exam Study Guide
Question 1
A home health nurse is performing a home assessment for safety. Which
comment by the patient will cause the nurse to follow up?
A. "Every December is the time to change batteries on the carbon
monoxide detector."
B. "I will schedule an appointment with a chimney inspector next week."
C. "If I feel dizzy when using the heater, I need to have it inspected."
D. "When it is cold outside in the winter, I will use a nonvented furnace."
Answer: D
Rationale: Using a nonvented heater introduces carbon monoxide into the
environment and decreases the available oxygen for human consumption;
the nurse should follow up to correct this behavior. Checking the chimney
and heater, changing batteries on the detector, and following up on
symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, and fatigue are all statements that are
safe and appropriate and need no follow-up.
Nursing Process: Assessment
Client Need: Health Promotion and Maintenance
,Question 2
The nurse is caring for an older-adult patient admitted with nausea,
vomiting, and diarrhea due to food poisoning. The nurse completes the
health history. Which priority concern will require collaboration with social
services to address the patient's health care needs?
A. The electricity was turned off 3 days ago.
B. The water comes from the county water supply.
C. A son and family recently moved into the home.
D. This home is not furnished with a microwave oven.
Answer: A
Rationale: Electricity is needed for refrigeration of food, and lack of
electricity could have contributed to the nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea due
to food poisoning. This discussion about the patient's electrical needs can
be referred to social services. Foods that are inadequately prepared or
stored or subject to unsanitary conditions increase the patient's risk for
infections and food poisoning. The water supply, increased number of
individuals in the home, and not having a microwave may or may not be
concerns but do not pertain to the current health care needs of this patient.
Nursing Process: Planning
Client Need: Safe and Effective Care Environment
, Question 3
The patient has been diagnosed with a respiratory illness and reports
shortness of breath. The nurse adjusts the temperature to facilitate the
comfort of the patient. At which temperature range will the nurse set the
thermostat?
A. 60° to 64° F
B. 65° to 75° F
C. 15° to 17° C
D. 25° to 28° C
Answer: B
Rationale: A person's comfort zone is usually between 18.3° and 23.9° C
(65° and 75° F). The other ranges are too low or too high and do not reflect
the average person's comfort zone.
Nursing Process: Implementation
Client Need: Basic Care and Comfort
Question 4
A homeless adult patient presents to the emergency department. The nurse
obtains the following vital signs: temperature 94.8° F, blood pressure
Study Guide 2026–2027 | Complete
Review | Verified Questions, Answers
& Rationales | Graded A+
THIS EXAM INCLUDES:
✔ Legal and ethical nursing concepts
✔ Therapeutic communication and psychosocial integrity
✔ Reduction of risk potential
✔ NGN-style case studies and clinical judgment questions
✔ Verified questions with correct answers and detailed rationales
✔ Comprehensive review for ATI and NCLEX preparation
,ATI Fundamentals Proctored Exam Study Guide
Question 1
A home health nurse is performing a home assessment for safety. Which
comment by the patient will cause the nurse to follow up?
A. "Every December is the time to change batteries on the carbon
monoxide detector."
B. "I will schedule an appointment with a chimney inspector next week."
C. "If I feel dizzy when using the heater, I need to have it inspected."
D. "When it is cold outside in the winter, I will use a nonvented furnace."
Answer: D
Rationale: Using a nonvented heater introduces carbon monoxide into the
environment and decreases the available oxygen for human consumption;
the nurse should follow up to correct this behavior. Checking the chimney
and heater, changing batteries on the detector, and following up on
symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, and fatigue are all statements that are
safe and appropriate and need no follow-up.
Nursing Process: Assessment
Client Need: Health Promotion and Maintenance
,Question 2
The nurse is caring for an older-adult patient admitted with nausea,
vomiting, and diarrhea due to food poisoning. The nurse completes the
health history. Which priority concern will require collaboration with social
services to address the patient's health care needs?
A. The electricity was turned off 3 days ago.
B. The water comes from the county water supply.
C. A son and family recently moved into the home.
D. This home is not furnished with a microwave oven.
Answer: A
Rationale: Electricity is needed for refrigeration of food, and lack of
electricity could have contributed to the nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea due
to food poisoning. This discussion about the patient's electrical needs can
be referred to social services. Foods that are inadequately prepared or
stored or subject to unsanitary conditions increase the patient's risk for
infections and food poisoning. The water supply, increased number of
individuals in the home, and not having a microwave may or may not be
concerns but do not pertain to the current health care needs of this patient.
Nursing Process: Planning
Client Need: Safe and Effective Care Environment
, Question 3
The patient has been diagnosed with a respiratory illness and reports
shortness of breath. The nurse adjusts the temperature to facilitate the
comfort of the patient. At which temperature range will the nurse set the
thermostat?
A. 60° to 64° F
B. 65° to 75° F
C. 15° to 17° C
D. 25° to 28° C
Answer: B
Rationale: A person's comfort zone is usually between 18.3° and 23.9° C
(65° and 75° F). The other ranges are too low or too high and do not reflect
the average person's comfort zone.
Nursing Process: Implementation
Client Need: Basic Care and Comfort
Question 4
A homeless adult patient presents to the emergency department. The nurse
obtains the following vital signs: temperature 94.8° F, blood pressure
