ATI Capstone Fundamentals
Pre-Assessment Quiz and
Test Actual Questions and
Answers 2026
A nurse is assessing four clients for fluid balance. The nurse should identify that which of the
following clients is exhibiting manifestations of dehydration? - ANSWER -A client who
has a temperature of 39° C (102° F)
This temperature is greater than the expected reference range of 36° C (96.8° F) to 37° C (98.6°
F). An elevated temperature is a manifestation of dehydration.
A nurse is preparing to administer total parenteral nutrition (TPN) to a client. Which of the
following findings indicates a need to obtain a new bag of TPN before administering? -
ANSWER -The TPN solution has an oily appearance and a layer of fat on top of the
solution.
Before administration of TPN, the nurse should look for "cracking" of TPN solution. This occurs
if the calcium or phosphorous content is high or if poor-salt albumin is added. A "cracked" TPN
solution has an oily appearance or a layer of fat on top of the solution and should not be used.
A nurse is caring for a client receiving radiation treatments for cancer. The client states he is
experiencing dryness, redness and scaling at the treatment area. Which of the following should
the nurse instruct the client to do? - ANSWER -Liberally apply prescribed lotion to the
area
Hydrating lotions are commonly prescribed to treat irratdiated areas. The client should avoid
applying other lotions not prescribed by the radiologist to affected areas.
, A nurse is providing dietary education to a client with cholecystitis who has been prescribed a
low-fat diet. Which of the following meal selections by the client indicates understanding of
education? - ANSWER -Roast turkey, rice pilaf, green beans
Roast turkey is a low-fat protein option that would be an excellent choice for a low-fat diet.
A nurse is caring for a client with encephalopathy secondary to liver failure. The client has
been prescribed a high calorie, low protein diet. Which of the following meal selections is
appropriate for this client? - ANSWER -Chicken breast, mashed potatoes, spinach.
This option meets the prescribed diet. It is high in calories and while chicken does provide
protein it is a low-fat source and can be eaten in moderation on a low-protein diet. Spinach
will provide additional vitamin K for this client at risk for bleeding due to liver failure.
A nurse is reviewing psychosocial stages of development for a school-age child. What would be
an expected behavioral finding for this child? - ANSWER -Develop sense of industry
through advances in learning. Strive to develop healthy self- respect by finding out in what
areas they excel. Peer groups play important role in social development.
This behavior is an expected finding of School-age children 6-12 years.
A nurse is caring for an older adult client with delirium. Which intervention will most
effectively reduce the client's risk for falls? - ANSWER -Hourly rounding by the nurse.
In the health care environment, hourly rounding by nurses significantly reduces the occurrence
of client falls, as well as reducing call light usage and increasing client satisfaction.
A client with a cystocele is encouraged to exercise to strengthen pelvic floor muscles and
prevent pelvic organ prolapse. What exercise will the client need to perform? -
ANSWER -Kegel exercises
Kegel exercises strengthen the pelvic floor muscles, which results in reduction or prevention of
pelvic prolapse and stress urinary incontinence. The other mentioned exercises have no direct
effect on prevention or reduction of a cystocele.
Pre-Assessment Quiz and
Test Actual Questions and
Answers 2026
A nurse is assessing four clients for fluid balance. The nurse should identify that which of the
following clients is exhibiting manifestations of dehydration? - ANSWER -A client who
has a temperature of 39° C (102° F)
This temperature is greater than the expected reference range of 36° C (96.8° F) to 37° C (98.6°
F). An elevated temperature is a manifestation of dehydration.
A nurse is preparing to administer total parenteral nutrition (TPN) to a client. Which of the
following findings indicates a need to obtain a new bag of TPN before administering? -
ANSWER -The TPN solution has an oily appearance and a layer of fat on top of the
solution.
Before administration of TPN, the nurse should look for "cracking" of TPN solution. This occurs
if the calcium or phosphorous content is high or if poor-salt albumin is added. A "cracked" TPN
solution has an oily appearance or a layer of fat on top of the solution and should not be used.
A nurse is caring for a client receiving radiation treatments for cancer. The client states he is
experiencing dryness, redness and scaling at the treatment area. Which of the following should
the nurse instruct the client to do? - ANSWER -Liberally apply prescribed lotion to the
area
Hydrating lotions are commonly prescribed to treat irratdiated areas. The client should avoid
applying other lotions not prescribed by the radiologist to affected areas.
, A nurse is providing dietary education to a client with cholecystitis who has been prescribed a
low-fat diet. Which of the following meal selections by the client indicates understanding of
education? - ANSWER -Roast turkey, rice pilaf, green beans
Roast turkey is a low-fat protein option that would be an excellent choice for a low-fat diet.
A nurse is caring for a client with encephalopathy secondary to liver failure. The client has
been prescribed a high calorie, low protein diet. Which of the following meal selections is
appropriate for this client? - ANSWER -Chicken breast, mashed potatoes, spinach.
This option meets the prescribed diet. It is high in calories and while chicken does provide
protein it is a low-fat source and can be eaten in moderation on a low-protein diet. Spinach
will provide additional vitamin K for this client at risk for bleeding due to liver failure.
A nurse is reviewing psychosocial stages of development for a school-age child. What would be
an expected behavioral finding for this child? - ANSWER -Develop sense of industry
through advances in learning. Strive to develop healthy self- respect by finding out in what
areas they excel. Peer groups play important role in social development.
This behavior is an expected finding of School-age children 6-12 years.
A nurse is caring for an older adult client with delirium. Which intervention will most
effectively reduce the client's risk for falls? - ANSWER -Hourly rounding by the nurse.
In the health care environment, hourly rounding by nurses significantly reduces the occurrence
of client falls, as well as reducing call light usage and increasing client satisfaction.
A client with a cystocele is encouraged to exercise to strengthen pelvic floor muscles and
prevent pelvic organ prolapse. What exercise will the client need to perform? -
ANSWER -Kegel exercises
Kegel exercises strengthen the pelvic floor muscles, which results in reduction or prevention of
pelvic prolapse and stress urinary incontinence. The other mentioned exercises have no direct
effect on prevention or reduction of a cystocele.
