ATI CAPSTONE FUNDAMENTALS PRE ASSESSMENT QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 20… EXAM
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ATI Capstone Fundamentals
Pre Assessment Questions
& Answers 2026-2027 |
Complete Review
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
30 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This comprehensive review document contains 30 ATI Capstone Fundamentals questions, each paired with
its correct answer and a detailed explanation. It covers core nursing fundamentals, providing an effective
resource for students to study, review course material, and prepare for certification exams.
CONTENTS
Fluid & Electrolyte Balance Q1–Q4
Nutrition & Diet Q5–Q10
Patient Care & Safety Q11–Q18
Developmental & Psychosocial Q19–Q23
Physiology & Pathophysiology Q24–Q26
Page 1
, Pharmacology & Calculations Q27–Q30
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 30
A nurse is assessing four clients for fluid balance. The nurse should identify that which of the following clients
is exhibiting manifestations of dehydration?
CORRECT 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.
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 30
Which of the following can cause a low pulse oximetry reading?
CORRECT ANSWER
Inadequate peripheral circulation
Inadequate peripheral circulation can generate a low reading.
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 30
A nurse is caring for a client who has been prescribed furosemide. Which of the following foods should the
nurse encourage this to include in his diet?
CORRECT ANSWER
Oranges
Clients prescribed potassium-wasting diurectics should be encouraged to eat foods high in potassium.
Oranges, dried fruits, tomatoes, avocados, dried peas, meats, broccoli, and bananas are all good sources of
potassium.
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 30
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P R O F E S S I O N A L P R A C T I C E M AT E R I A L S
ATI Capstone Fundamentals
Pre Assessment Questions
& Answers 2026-2027 |
Complete Review
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
30 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This comprehensive review document contains 30 ATI Capstone Fundamentals questions, each paired with
its correct answer and a detailed explanation. It covers core nursing fundamentals, providing an effective
resource for students to study, review course material, and prepare for certification exams.
CONTENTS
Fluid & Electrolyte Balance Q1–Q4
Nutrition & Diet Q5–Q10
Patient Care & Safety Q11–Q18
Developmental & Psychosocial Q19–Q23
Physiology & Pathophysiology Q24–Q26
Page 1
, Pharmacology & Calculations Q27–Q30
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 30
A nurse is assessing four clients for fluid balance. The nurse should identify that which of the following clients
is exhibiting manifestations of dehydration?
CORRECT 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.
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 30
Which of the following can cause a low pulse oximetry reading?
CORRECT ANSWER
Inadequate peripheral circulation
Inadequate peripheral circulation can generate a low reading.
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 30
A nurse is caring for a client who has been prescribed furosemide. Which of the following foods should the
nurse encourage this to include in his diet?
CORRECT ANSWER
Oranges
Clients prescribed potassium-wasting diurectics should be encouraged to eat foods high in potassium.
Oranges, dried fruits, tomatoes, avocados, dried peas, meats, broccoli, and bananas are all good sources of
potassium.
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 30
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