ATI PN Comprehensive Exit Exam Test Bank

This comprehensive test bank is designed to help practical nursing students prepare for the ATI PN Comprehensive Exit Exam. It covers essential nursing topics including Fundamentals of Nursing, Pharmacology, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Maternal-Newborn Nursing, and Mental Health Nursing. Each chapter features a variety of multiple-choice and true/false questions with detailed rationales to reinforce critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills. Whether you're reviewing for exams or reinforcing your nursing knowledge, this resource is a valuable companion for success in both the classroom and clinical practice. ATI PN Comprehensive Exit Exam Test Bank Chapter 1: Fundamentals of Nursing 1. A nurse is preparing to administer a medication to a client. Which of the following identifiers should the nurse use to ensure client safety? a) Room number and date of birth b) Client’s photograph and room number c) Client’s full name and date of birth d) Medical diagnosis and full name Answer: c) Client’s full name and date of birth Rationale: Verifying the client’s full name and date of birth is a standard practice to ensure safe medication administration and reduce errors. 2. Which of the following actions should the nurse take when using the nursing process to provide client care? a) Establish goals before identifying problems b) Collect data prior to implementing interventions c) Implement interventions before planning care d) Evaluate outcomes before performing assessments Answer: b) Collect data prior to implementing interventions Rationale: The assessment phase of the nursing process involves collecting data before planning and implementing nursing interventions. 3. True or False: Hand hygiene is the most effective way to prevent the spread of infection. Answer: True Rationale: Proper hand hygiene significantly reduces the transmission of pathogens and is a key practice in infection control. 4. A nurse is reinforcing teaching to a client about how to use a walker. Which of the following statements indicates understanding? a) “I will move my walker and my weak leg forward together.” b) “I will move my strong leg forward first.” c) “I will place the walker behind me when I sit down.” d) “I will push the walker ahead of me when going upstairs.” Answer: a) “I will move my walker and my weak leg forward together.” Rationale: When using a walker, moving the weak leg with the walker helps maintain stability and balance.