[STUDY GUIDE] • HIGH-YIELD PRACTICE & REVIEW EDITION
ATI Comprehensive C Exam
Questions & Verified Solutions
Correct Answer Keys Updated
2026/2027 Edition
Comprehensive Examination Question Bank • Concept Mapping
TOTAL QUESTIONS EXAM TOPICS ANSWERS
179 Questions 12 Modules 100% Verified
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 179 verified questions with correct answers and detailed rationales covering various
aspects of nursing practice. Each question is designed to enhance understanding of fundamental nursing
principles, making it suitable for NCLEX preparation, course review, and rapid remediation.
EXAM BLUEPRINT & TOPIC DISTRIBUTION
Systematic breakdown of subject domains and exam coverage.
Topic Module Scope & Core Focus Questions Share (%)
This topic covers nursing actions in emergency situations,
Emergency Response including patient transport and fire safety protocols. 15 Qs 8.4%
This topic focuses on various assessment techniques and
Patient Assessment findings crucial for effective nursing practice. 15 Qs 8.4%
This topic includes guidelines and considerations for
Medication Administration administering medications safely and effectively. 15 Qs 8.4%
This topic addresses nursing care for mothers and their
Maternal and Newborn Care newborns during and after pregnancy. 15 Qs 8.4%
This topic explores nursing strategies for managing clients
Mental Health Nursing with mental health disorders. 15 Qs 8.4%
This topic examines nursing interventions for clients with
Chronic Disease Management chronic diseases and their complications. 15 Qs 8.4%
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This topic discusses measures to prevent and control
Infection Control infections in healthcare settings. 15 Qs 8.4%
This topic covers effective communication strategies and
Patient Education teaching methods for patient education. 15 Qs 8.4%
Preoperative and Postoperative This topic focuses on nursing responsibilities related to
Care preoperative assessments and postoperative recovery. 15 Qs 8.4%
This topic discusses dietary recommendations and nutritional
Nutrition in Nursing assessments for various client populations. 15 Qs 8.4%
This topic addresses nursing care specific to pediatric patients
Pediatric Nursing and their unique health needs. 15 Qs 8.4%
Health Promotion and Disease This topic emphasizes the role of nurses in promoting health
Prevention and preventing disease in communities. 14 Qs 7.8%
Total Exam Coverage 12 Integrated Topic Modules 179 Qs 100.0%
TOPIC 1: EMERGENCY RESPONSE
15 Questions • 8.4% of Exam • This topic covers nursing actions in emergency situations, including patient transport and fire safety
protocols.
QUESTION 1
A nurse enters a client's room and sees a small fire in the client's bathroom. Identify the
sequence of steps the nurse should take.
(Move the steps into the box on the right, placing them in the selected order of
performance. Use all steps)
Answer: 1. Transport the client to another area of the nursing unit
2. Activate the facility's fire alarm system
3. Close all nearby windows and doors
4. Use the unit's fire extinguisher to attempt to put out the fire.
QUESTION 2
A nurse is caring for a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus. The client reports that
she is not feeling well. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that
the client is hypoglycemic? (SATA)
Answer: Tremors
Diaphoresis
Inability to concentrate.
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QUESTION 3
A nurse is caring for a client who is dissatisfied with the care from the provider and
decides to leave the facility against medical
advice. After notifying the provider, which of the following actions is appropriate for the
nurse to take?
Answer: Explain the risks of leaving.
QUESTION 4
A nurse is developing an in-service about personality disorders. Which of the following
information should the nurse include when discussing borderline personality disorder?
Answer: The client exhibits impulsive behavior.
QUESTION 5
A nurse is assessing a client Telemetry strip. Which of the following findings should
the nurse report to the provider?
Answer: ST segment elevations
(Remember this could possibly lead to infarctions)
QUESTION 6
A nurse is caring for a client who asks for information regarding organ donation. Which
of the following responses should the nurse make?
Answer: "Your desire to be an organ donor must be documented in writing".
QUESTION 7
A nurse in a PACU is transferring care of a client to a nurse on the medical surgical
unit. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the hand off report
?
Answer: The estimated blood loss was 250 milliliters.
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QUESTION 8
A nurse is reviewing the medical records of four clients. The nurse should identify that
which of the following client findings follow up care?
Answer: A client who received a Mantoux test 48 hours ago and has induration.
QUESTION 9
A nurse is planning to administer vancomycin IV to a client. Which of the following
actions should the nurse take to reduce the risk of an adverse reaction to the
vancomycin?
Answer: Give the dose over 60 min.
QUESTION 10
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who has a new prescription for
phenelzine. The nurse should instruct the client that it is safe to eat which of the
following foods while taking this medication?
Answer: Whole grain bread.
QUESTION 11
A nurse in a PACU is transferring care of a client to a nurse on the medical-surgical
unit. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the hand-off report?
Answer: The estimated blood loss was 250 milliliters.
QUESTION 12
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is to undergo a cardiac catheterization.
Which of the following findings is expected during the procedure?
Answer: Sensation of skin warmth.
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ATI Comprehensive C Exam
Questions & Verified Solutions
Correct Answer Keys Updated
2026/2027 Edition
Comprehensive Examination Question Bank • Concept Mapping
TOTAL QUESTIONS EXAM TOPICS ANSWERS
179 Questions 12 Modules 100% Verified
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 179 verified questions with correct answers and detailed rationales covering various
aspects of nursing practice. Each question is designed to enhance understanding of fundamental nursing
principles, making it suitable for NCLEX preparation, course review, and rapid remediation.
EXAM BLUEPRINT & TOPIC DISTRIBUTION
Systematic breakdown of subject domains and exam coverage.
Topic Module Scope & Core Focus Questions Share (%)
This topic covers nursing actions in emergency situations,
Emergency Response including patient transport and fire safety protocols. 15 Qs 8.4%
This topic focuses on various assessment techniques and
Patient Assessment findings crucial for effective nursing practice. 15 Qs 8.4%
This topic includes guidelines and considerations for
Medication Administration administering medications safely and effectively. 15 Qs 8.4%
This topic addresses nursing care for mothers and their
Maternal and Newborn Care newborns during and after pregnancy. 15 Qs 8.4%
This topic explores nursing strategies for managing clients
Mental Health Nursing with mental health disorders. 15 Qs 8.4%
This topic examines nursing interventions for clients with
Chronic Disease Management chronic diseases and their complications. 15 Qs 8.4%
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This topic discusses measures to prevent and control
Infection Control infections in healthcare settings. 15 Qs 8.4%
This topic covers effective communication strategies and
Patient Education teaching methods for patient education. 15 Qs 8.4%
Preoperative and Postoperative This topic focuses on nursing responsibilities related to
Care preoperative assessments and postoperative recovery. 15 Qs 8.4%
This topic discusses dietary recommendations and nutritional
Nutrition in Nursing assessments for various client populations. 15 Qs 8.4%
This topic addresses nursing care specific to pediatric patients
Pediatric Nursing and their unique health needs. 15 Qs 8.4%
Health Promotion and Disease This topic emphasizes the role of nurses in promoting health
Prevention and preventing disease in communities. 14 Qs 7.8%
Total Exam Coverage 12 Integrated Topic Modules 179 Qs 100.0%
TOPIC 1: EMERGENCY RESPONSE
15 Questions • 8.4% of Exam • This topic covers nursing actions in emergency situations, including patient transport and fire safety
protocols.
QUESTION 1
A nurse enters a client's room and sees a small fire in the client's bathroom. Identify the
sequence of steps the nurse should take.
(Move the steps into the box on the right, placing them in the selected order of
performance. Use all steps)
Answer: 1. Transport the client to another area of the nursing unit
2. Activate the facility's fire alarm system
3. Close all nearby windows and doors
4. Use the unit's fire extinguisher to attempt to put out the fire.
QUESTION 2
A nurse is caring for a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus. The client reports that
she is not feeling well. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that
the client is hypoglycemic? (SATA)
Answer: Tremors
Diaphoresis
Inability to concentrate.
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QUESTION 3
A nurse is caring for a client who is dissatisfied with the care from the provider and
decides to leave the facility against medical
advice. After notifying the provider, which of the following actions is appropriate for the
nurse to take?
Answer: Explain the risks of leaving.
QUESTION 4
A nurse is developing an in-service about personality disorders. Which of the following
information should the nurse include when discussing borderline personality disorder?
Answer: The client exhibits impulsive behavior.
QUESTION 5
A nurse is assessing a client Telemetry strip. Which of the following findings should
the nurse report to the provider?
Answer: ST segment elevations
(Remember this could possibly lead to infarctions)
QUESTION 6
A nurse is caring for a client who asks for information regarding organ donation. Which
of the following responses should the nurse make?
Answer: "Your desire to be an organ donor must be documented in writing".
QUESTION 7
A nurse in a PACU is transferring care of a client to a nurse on the medical surgical
unit. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the hand off report
?
Answer: The estimated blood loss was 250 milliliters.
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QUESTION 8
A nurse is reviewing the medical records of four clients. The nurse should identify that
which of the following client findings follow up care?
Answer: A client who received a Mantoux test 48 hours ago and has induration.
QUESTION 9
A nurse is planning to administer vancomycin IV to a client. Which of the following
actions should the nurse take to reduce the risk of an adverse reaction to the
vancomycin?
Answer: Give the dose over 60 min.
QUESTION 10
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who has a new prescription for
phenelzine. The nurse should instruct the client that it is safe to eat which of the
following foods while taking this medication?
Answer: Whole grain bread.
QUESTION 11
A nurse in a PACU is transferring care of a client to a nurse on the medical-surgical
unit. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the hand-off report?
Answer: The estimated blood loss was 250 milliliters.
QUESTION 12
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is to undergo a cardiac catheterization.
Which of the following findings is expected during the procedure?
Answer: Sensation of skin warmth.
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