ATI Fundamentals Practice Exam 2 | Questions and Answers 2026 Update
Original fundamentals nursing study-prep packet; NCLEX-style format; not an official ATI exam.
ATI Fundamentals Practice Exam 2
Questions and Answers - 2026/2027 Update
Directions
Choose the best answer for each item. Read the full stem before selecting an option. Prioritize airway, breathing, circulation, safety, infection
prevention, client identification, therapeutic communication, and scope of practice. Correct answers are marked for review.
Student Name: ________________________________ Date: ________________
1. A nurse is preparing to obtain a set of vital signs for an adult client. Which action should the nurse perform first?
A. Apply the blood pressure cuff to the arm.
B. Identify the client using two approved identifiers.
C. Ask the client to sit with legs crossed.
D. Document expected values before assessment.
Correct Answer: B
2. A nurse is caring for a client who is at risk for falls. Which intervention has the highest priority?
A. Keep the bed in the lowest position with wheels locked.
B. Place the overbed table across the room.
C. Leave all side rails raised at all times.
D. Encourage independent ambulation at night.
Correct Answer: A
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,ATI Fundamentals Practice Exam 2 | Questions and Answers 2026 Update
Original fundamentals nursing study-prep packet; NCLEX-style format; not an official ATI exam.
3. A nurse is using standard precautions while caring for a client. Which item requires gloves?
A. Taking an oral temperature.
B. Assisting with menu selection.
C. Emptying a urinary drainage bag.
D. Adjusting the television remote.
Correct Answer: C
4. A client reports pain rated 8 out of 10. Which nursing action is most appropriate first?
A. Tell the client to wait until rounds.
B. Assess pain characteristics and contributing factors.
C. Document that the client appears comfortable.
D. Offer teaching before assessing the pain.
Correct Answer: B
5. A nurse is preparing to administer oral medication. Which check is part of safe medication administration?
A. Confirm the medication only after pouring it.
B. Compare the medication label with the medication administration record.
C. Ask another client to verify the medication name.
D. Leave the medication at the bedside for later use.
Correct Answer: B
6. A nurse is assisting a client with a cane. Which instruction is correct?
A. Hold the cane on the weaker side.
B. Advance the cane and weaker leg together.
C. Keep the cane several feet ahead of the body.
D. Use the cane only when climbing stairs.
Correct Answer: B
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, ATI Fundamentals Practice Exam 2 | Questions and Answers 2026 Update
7. Which finding should the nurse report immediately for a client receiving oxygen therapy?
A. Oxygen tubing rests loosely on the bed.
B. Pulse oximetry decreases from 96% to 86%.
C. The humidifier bottle has sterile water.
D. The client asks for lip moisturizer.
Correct Answer: B
8. A nurse is teaching hand hygiene. Which statement indicates correct understanding?
A. Hand sanitizer is never acceptable in health care.
B. Soap and water are required when hands are visibly soiled.
C. Gloves replace hand hygiene when used correctly.
D. Rings make hand hygiene more effective.
Correct Answer: B
9. A nurse enters a room and finds a client on the floor. What should the nurse do first?
A. Move the client back to bed immediately.
B. Assess the client for injury and level of consciousness.
C. Complete the incident report before calling for help.
D. Tell the family the fall was unavoidable.
Correct Answer: B
10. Which documentation entry is most appropriate?
A. Client was rude and refused care.
B. Client states, "I do not want a bath right now."
C. Client appears lazy today.
D. Client is probably anxious about discharge.
Correct Answer: B
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Original fundamentals nursing study-prep packet; NCLEX-style format; not an official ATI exam.
ATI Fundamentals Practice Exam 2
Questions and Answers - 2026/2027 Update
Directions
Choose the best answer for each item. Read the full stem before selecting an option. Prioritize airway, breathing, circulation, safety, infection
prevention, client identification, therapeutic communication, and scope of practice. Correct answers are marked for review.
Student Name: ________________________________ Date: ________________
1. A nurse is preparing to obtain a set of vital signs for an adult client. Which action should the nurse perform first?
A. Apply the blood pressure cuff to the arm.
B. Identify the client using two approved identifiers.
C. Ask the client to sit with legs crossed.
D. Document expected values before assessment.
Correct Answer: B
2. A nurse is caring for a client who is at risk for falls. Which intervention has the highest priority?
A. Keep the bed in the lowest position with wheels locked.
B. Place the overbed table across the room.
C. Leave all side rails raised at all times.
D. Encourage independent ambulation at night.
Correct Answer: A
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,ATI Fundamentals Practice Exam 2 | Questions and Answers 2026 Update
Original fundamentals nursing study-prep packet; NCLEX-style format; not an official ATI exam.
3. A nurse is using standard precautions while caring for a client. Which item requires gloves?
A. Taking an oral temperature.
B. Assisting with menu selection.
C. Emptying a urinary drainage bag.
D. Adjusting the television remote.
Correct Answer: C
4. A client reports pain rated 8 out of 10. Which nursing action is most appropriate first?
A. Tell the client to wait until rounds.
B. Assess pain characteristics and contributing factors.
C. Document that the client appears comfortable.
D. Offer teaching before assessing the pain.
Correct Answer: B
5. A nurse is preparing to administer oral medication. Which check is part of safe medication administration?
A. Confirm the medication only after pouring it.
B. Compare the medication label with the medication administration record.
C. Ask another client to verify the medication name.
D. Leave the medication at the bedside for later use.
Correct Answer: B
6. A nurse is assisting a client with a cane. Which instruction is correct?
A. Hold the cane on the weaker side.
B. Advance the cane and weaker leg together.
C. Keep the cane several feet ahead of the body.
D. Use the cane only when climbing stairs.
Correct Answer: B
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, ATI Fundamentals Practice Exam 2 | Questions and Answers 2026 Update
7. Which finding should the nurse report immediately for a client receiving oxygen therapy?
A. Oxygen tubing rests loosely on the bed.
B. Pulse oximetry decreases from 96% to 86%.
C. The humidifier bottle has sterile water.
D. The client asks for lip moisturizer.
Correct Answer: B
8. A nurse is teaching hand hygiene. Which statement indicates correct understanding?
A. Hand sanitizer is never acceptable in health care.
B. Soap and water are required when hands are visibly soiled.
C. Gloves replace hand hygiene when used correctly.
D. Rings make hand hygiene more effective.
Correct Answer: B
9. A nurse enters a room and finds a client on the floor. What should the nurse do first?
A. Move the client back to bed immediately.
B. Assess the client for injury and level of consciousness.
C. Complete the incident report before calling for help.
D. Tell the family the fall was unavoidable.
Correct Answer: B
10. Which documentation entry is most appropriate?
A. Client was rude and refused care.
B. Client states, "I do not want a bath right now."
C. Client appears lazy today.
D. Client is probably anxious about discharge.
Correct Answer: B
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