ATI RN Fundamentals
Online Practice
2025/2026 B
1. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for
digoxin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
A. Take the medication with food to prevent nausea
B. Report vision changes, such as seeing halos or yellow tinge
C. Increase dietary sodium to prevent fluid imbalance
D. Double the dose if you miss a dose
Answer: B
Rationale: Vision changes such as seeing halos, yellow or green tinge are signs of
digoxin toxicity. The client should report these symptoms immediately.
2. A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for a clear liquid diet. Which of
the following foods should the nurse offer?
A. Vanilla pudding
B. Gelatin
C. Yogurt
D. Pureed carrots
Answer: B
,Rationale: Gelatin is allowed on a clear liquid diet. Pudding, yogurt, and pureed foods
are full or soft diet items.
3. A nurse is reinforcing teaching about fire safety in the home for a client who uses
oxygen. Which statement by the client indicates understanding?
A. "I will keep my oxygen equipment near the gas stove."
B. "I will use cotton blankets on my bed."
C. "I will keep my oxygen away from open flames."
D. "I will store oxygen tanks in a closed closet."
Answer: C
Rationale: Oxygen should be kept away from open flames and heat sources to
prevent fire hazards.
4. A nurse is caring for a client with a chest tube. Which of the following findings
should the nurse report to the provider immediately?
A. Gentle bubbling in the suction control chamber
B. Continuous bubbling in the water seal chamber
C. Fluid level fluctuates with respirations
D. The drainage system is kept below chest level
Answer: B
Rationale: Continuous bubbling in the water seal chamber indicates an air leak,
which must be reported immediately.
5. A nurse is reinforcing teaching about preventing urinary tract infections (UTIs).
Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
A. Drink 1 L of fluid per day
B. Wipe from back to front after voiding
,C. Void immediately after sexual intercourse
D. Avoid cranberry juice
Answer: C
Rationale: Voiding immediately after intercourse helps flush bacteria and reduce the
risk of UTIs.
6. A nurse is reinforcing teaching for a client who has a prescription for a low-sodium
diet. Which statement indicates understanding?
A. "I can eat canned soups as long as I drain the liquid."
B. "I will choose fresh fruits and vegetables."
C. "I can use salt substitutes freely."
D. "I can eat processed meats occasionally."
Answer: B
Rationale: Fresh fruits and vegetables are naturally low in sodium and recommended
for clients on a low-sodium diet.
7. A nurse is preparing to assist a provider with a sterile procedure. Which action by
the nurse breaks sterile technique?
A. Holding sterile objects above waist level
B. Turning back to the sterile field
C. Placing sterile items on a sterile drape
D. Opening a sterile package away from the body
Answer: B
Rationale: Turning your back on a sterile field contaminates it because you cannot
ensure sterility when it is out of view.
, 8. A nurse is reinforcing teaching about blood pressure self-monitoring. Which
statement by the client indicates understanding?
A. "I will take my blood pressure after exercising."
B. "I should sit quietly for 5 minutes before taking my blood pressure."
C. "I can cross my legs during the reading."
D. "I should take my blood pressure with my arm above my heart level."
Answer: B
Rationale: The client should rest quietly for 5 minutes to ensure an accurate reading.
9. A nurse is caring for a client who is at risk for pressure injuries. Which action
should the nurse take?
A. Massage reddened bony prominences
B. Keep the head of the bed elevated at 60 degrees
C. Reposition the client at least every 2 hours
D. Use moisture-retaining cream on moist skin
Answer: C
Rationale: Repositioning every 2 hours helps prevent tissue ischemia and pressure
injuries.
10. A nurse is reinforcing teaching about body mechanics. Which of the following
actions should the nurse include?
A. Bend at the waist when lifting
B. Hold objects away from the body when carrying
C. Use leg muscles when lifting
D. Twist the spine when turning
Answer: C
Online Practice
2025/2026 B
1. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for
digoxin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
A. Take the medication with food to prevent nausea
B. Report vision changes, such as seeing halos or yellow tinge
C. Increase dietary sodium to prevent fluid imbalance
D. Double the dose if you miss a dose
Answer: B
Rationale: Vision changes such as seeing halos, yellow or green tinge are signs of
digoxin toxicity. The client should report these symptoms immediately.
2. A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for a clear liquid diet. Which of
the following foods should the nurse offer?
A. Vanilla pudding
B. Gelatin
C. Yogurt
D. Pureed carrots
Answer: B
,Rationale: Gelatin is allowed on a clear liquid diet. Pudding, yogurt, and pureed foods
are full or soft diet items.
3. A nurse is reinforcing teaching about fire safety in the home for a client who uses
oxygen. Which statement by the client indicates understanding?
A. "I will keep my oxygen equipment near the gas stove."
B. "I will use cotton blankets on my bed."
C. "I will keep my oxygen away from open flames."
D. "I will store oxygen tanks in a closed closet."
Answer: C
Rationale: Oxygen should be kept away from open flames and heat sources to
prevent fire hazards.
4. A nurse is caring for a client with a chest tube. Which of the following findings
should the nurse report to the provider immediately?
A. Gentle bubbling in the suction control chamber
B. Continuous bubbling in the water seal chamber
C. Fluid level fluctuates with respirations
D. The drainage system is kept below chest level
Answer: B
Rationale: Continuous bubbling in the water seal chamber indicates an air leak,
which must be reported immediately.
5. A nurse is reinforcing teaching about preventing urinary tract infections (UTIs).
Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
A. Drink 1 L of fluid per day
B. Wipe from back to front after voiding
,C. Void immediately after sexual intercourse
D. Avoid cranberry juice
Answer: C
Rationale: Voiding immediately after intercourse helps flush bacteria and reduce the
risk of UTIs.
6. A nurse is reinforcing teaching for a client who has a prescription for a low-sodium
diet. Which statement indicates understanding?
A. "I can eat canned soups as long as I drain the liquid."
B. "I will choose fresh fruits and vegetables."
C. "I can use salt substitutes freely."
D. "I can eat processed meats occasionally."
Answer: B
Rationale: Fresh fruits and vegetables are naturally low in sodium and recommended
for clients on a low-sodium diet.
7. A nurse is preparing to assist a provider with a sterile procedure. Which action by
the nurse breaks sterile technique?
A. Holding sterile objects above waist level
B. Turning back to the sterile field
C. Placing sterile items on a sterile drape
D. Opening a sterile package away from the body
Answer: B
Rationale: Turning your back on a sterile field contaminates it because you cannot
ensure sterility when it is out of view.
, 8. A nurse is reinforcing teaching about blood pressure self-monitoring. Which
statement by the client indicates understanding?
A. "I will take my blood pressure after exercising."
B. "I should sit quietly for 5 minutes before taking my blood pressure."
C. "I can cross my legs during the reading."
D. "I should take my blood pressure with my arm above my heart level."
Answer: B
Rationale: The client should rest quietly for 5 minutes to ensure an accurate reading.
9. A nurse is caring for a client who is at risk for pressure injuries. Which action
should the nurse take?
A. Massage reddened bony prominences
B. Keep the head of the bed elevated at 60 degrees
C. Reposition the client at least every 2 hours
D. Use moisture-retaining cream on moist skin
Answer: C
Rationale: Repositioning every 2 hours helps prevent tissue ischemia and pressure
injuries.
10. A nurse is reinforcing teaching about body mechanics. Which of the following
actions should the nurse include?
A. Bend at the waist when lifting
B. Hold objects away from the body when carrying
C. Use leg muscles when lifting
D. Twist the spine when turning
Answer: C
