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ATI Fundamentals of Nursing Practice Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
A nurse is performing an assessment on a client who is experiencing shortness of breath. Which of the following should the nurse prioritize?
- Check the client's oxygen saturation level
- Assess for the presence of edema
- ✔✔Auscultate the lungs for crackles or wheezes
- Measure the client's blood pressure
A nurse is reinforcing teaching to a client about the importance of fluid intake. Which of the following should the nurse include?
- Drink fluids only when feeling thirsty
- ✔✔Drink at least 8 glasses of water per day
- Avoid fluids in the morning to prevent frequent urination
- Limit fluids during meals
A nurse is assisting with the transfer of a client who is weak and unsteady. What should the nurse do first? 1 / 4
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- ✔✔Assess the client's ability to bear weight
- Encourage the client to push themselves up
- Place the client in a wheelchair without assistance
- Stand behind the client for support
A nurse is providing care to a client with a chest tube. Which of the following is the nurse's priority action?
- Encourage the client to cough and deep breathe
- ✔✔Ensure that the chest tube is securely connected to the drainage system
- Remove the chest tube dressing to inspect the site
- Position the client flat to prevent discomfort
A nurse is caring for a client who has a wound with a dressing that is soiled. What is the nurse's first action?
- Apply a new dressing immediately
- ✔✔Remove the soiled dressing and inspect the wound
- Notify the physician about the dressing change
- Clean the wound with antiseptic solution 2 / 4
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A nurse is educating a client about using an incentive spirometer. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
- ✔✔Take a slow, deep breath in through the mouthpiece
- Breathe out forcefully into the spirometer
- Hold your breath for 5 seconds before exhaling
- Use the spirometer only when feeling short of breath
A nurse is reviewing the care plan for a client receiving oxygen therapy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
- Ensure that oxygen is set to 5 L/min
- ✔✔Check the tubing for kinks or obstructions
- Remove the oxygen when the client is eating
- Position the client in the supine position
A nurse is caring for a client with a history of falls. Which of the following is the most effective intervention to prevent future falls?
- ✔✔Implement a fall risk assessment and adjust the care plan accordingly
- Restrict the client’s fluid intake to prevent accidents 3 / 4
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- Use restraints to prevent the client from moving
- Keep the client’s environment dark and quiet
A nurse is preparing a client for a procedure. Which of the following actions is appropriate to ensure informed consent is obtained?
- ✔✔Verify that the client understands the procedure and its risks
- Have the family sign the consent form
- Allow the physician to explain the procedure
- Provide the consent form after the procedure has begun
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving parenteral nutrition. Which of the following should the nurse monitor most closely?
- Electrolyte levels
- ✔✔Blood glucose levels
- Respiratory rate
- Urine output
A nurse is assessing a client who is at risk for dehydration. Which of the following findings is most concerning?
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