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ATI Fundamentals CMS Proctored
Exam 2024/2025 – 50 Verified
Questions and 100% Correct Answers
(Proventus)
Client Safety
51. A nurse is preparing to move a client up in bed. Which action ensures proper body
mechanics?
A. Twist at the waist while pulling
B. Keep knees straight and bend at the hips
C. Position feet wide apart and bend knees
D. Lift with arms extended fully
Correct Answer: C. Position feet wide apart and bend knees
Rationale: A wide stance and bent knees promote proper body mechanics, reducing back
injury risk, per OSHA ergonomic guidelines. Twisting, straight knees, or extended arms
increase injury risk.
52. A client with a seizure disorder is admitted. Which item should the nurse ensure is
at the bedside?
A. Oxygen equipment
B. Restraint straps
C. Suction equipment
D. Extra pillows
Correct Answer: C. Suction equipment
Rationale: Suction equipment is essential to clear airways during a seizure, per ATI
Fundamentals. Oxygen may be needed post-seizure, restraints are unsafe, and pillows are
not a priority.
53. A nurse notices a frayed electrical cord on a client’s call light. What is the priority
action?
A. Continue using the call light
B. Tape the cord and report it
C. Remove the call light from use
D. Notify the client to avoid using it
Correct Answer: C. Remove the call light from use
Rationale: Removing the frayed call light prevents electrical hazards, per Joint
Commission safety standards. Taping or continuing use is unsafe, and notifying the client
is insufficient.
54. A client with a history of falls is prescribed a bed alarm. When should the alarm be
activated?
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A. Only at night
B. When the client is alone
C. Whenever the client is in bed
D. During meals only
Correct Answer: C. Whenever the client is in bed
Rationale: A bed alarm should be active whenever the client is in bed to prevent falls,
per ATI Fundamentals. Limiting use reduces effectiveness.
55. A nurse is assisting a client with a walker. What should the nurse do to ensure
safety?
A. Walk behind the client
B. Hold the walker handles
C. Push the client forward
D. Walk on the client’s strong side
Correct Answer: A. Walk behind the client
Rationale: Walking behind allows the nurse to monitor and support the client, preventing
falls, per ATI Fundamentals. Other actions are unsafe or incorrect.
Infection Control
56. A nurse is caring for a client with tuberculosis. Which type of mask should the
nurse wear?
A. Surgical mask
B. N95 respirator
C. Cloth mask
D. Face shield only
Correct Answer: B. N95 respirator
Rationale: An N95 respirator is required for airborne precautions in tuberculosis to
prevent inhalation of infectious particles, per CDC guidelines. Other options are
inadequate.
57. A nurse is preparing to enter a client’s room on contact precautions. Which PPE
should be removed first when exiting?
A. Gown
B. Gloves
C. Mask
D. Face shield
Correct Answer: B. Gloves
Rationale: Gloves are removed first to prevent contamination of other PPE or skin, per
CDC doffing guidelines. Other items are removed in sequence afterward.
58. A client with a surgical wound is at risk for infection. Which action should the nurse
prioritize?
A. Change dressings daily with clean gloves
B. Monitor the wound for redness and drainage
C. Apply antibiotic ointment without a prescription
D. Leave the wound uncovered
ATI Fundamentals CMS Proctored
Exam 2024/2025 – 50 Verified
Questions and 100% Correct Answers
(Proventus)
Client Safety
51. A nurse is preparing to move a client up in bed. Which action ensures proper body
mechanics?
A. Twist at the waist while pulling
B. Keep knees straight and bend at the hips
C. Position feet wide apart and bend knees
D. Lift with arms extended fully
Correct Answer: C. Position feet wide apart and bend knees
Rationale: A wide stance and bent knees promote proper body mechanics, reducing back
injury risk, per OSHA ergonomic guidelines. Twisting, straight knees, or extended arms
increase injury risk.
52. A client with a seizure disorder is admitted. Which item should the nurse ensure is
at the bedside?
A. Oxygen equipment
B. Restraint straps
C. Suction equipment
D. Extra pillows
Correct Answer: C. Suction equipment
Rationale: Suction equipment is essential to clear airways during a seizure, per ATI
Fundamentals. Oxygen may be needed post-seizure, restraints are unsafe, and pillows are
not a priority.
53. A nurse notices a frayed electrical cord on a client’s call light. What is the priority
action?
A. Continue using the call light
B. Tape the cord and report it
C. Remove the call light from use
D. Notify the client to avoid using it
Correct Answer: C. Remove the call light from use
Rationale: Removing the frayed call light prevents electrical hazards, per Joint
Commission safety standards. Taping or continuing use is unsafe, and notifying the client
is insufficient.
54. A client with a history of falls is prescribed a bed alarm. When should the alarm be
activated?
, 2
A. Only at night
B. When the client is alone
C. Whenever the client is in bed
D. During meals only
Correct Answer: C. Whenever the client is in bed
Rationale: A bed alarm should be active whenever the client is in bed to prevent falls,
per ATI Fundamentals. Limiting use reduces effectiveness.
55. A nurse is assisting a client with a walker. What should the nurse do to ensure
safety?
A. Walk behind the client
B. Hold the walker handles
C. Push the client forward
D. Walk on the client’s strong side
Correct Answer: A. Walk behind the client
Rationale: Walking behind allows the nurse to monitor and support the client, preventing
falls, per ATI Fundamentals. Other actions are unsafe or incorrect.
Infection Control
56. A nurse is caring for a client with tuberculosis. Which type of mask should the
nurse wear?
A. Surgical mask
B. N95 respirator
C. Cloth mask
D. Face shield only
Correct Answer: B. N95 respirator
Rationale: An N95 respirator is required for airborne precautions in tuberculosis to
prevent inhalation of infectious particles, per CDC guidelines. Other options are
inadequate.
57. A nurse is preparing to enter a client’s room on contact precautions. Which PPE
should be removed first when exiting?
A. Gown
B. Gloves
C. Mask
D. Face shield
Correct Answer: B. Gloves
Rationale: Gloves are removed first to prevent contamination of other PPE or skin, per
CDC doffing guidelines. Other items are removed in sequence afterward.
58. A client with a surgical wound is at risk for infection. Which action should the nurse
prioritize?
A. Change dressings daily with clean gloves
B. Monitor the wound for redness and drainage
C. Apply antibiotic ointment without a prescription
D. Leave the wound uncovered
