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Comprehensive ATI Fundamentals Complete Remediation Notes 2026-2027
Edition | High-Yield Content Mastery | NCLEX-Style Review
Structure & Organization
These remediation notes are organized according to the ATI Fundamentals of Nursing content
outline, focusing on high-yield topics that frequently appear on the ATI Fundamentals Proctored
Exam and NCLEX-RN.
Domain Content Area Key Focus Areas
Safe & Effective Care Infection control, safety, restraints,
I
Environment delegation, HIPAA, incident reports
Health Promotion & Developmental stages, immunizations, health
II
Maintenance screenings, patient education
Therapeutic communication, grief, coping,
III Psychosocial Integrity
cultural competence, end-of-life care
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Domain Content Area Key Focus Areas
Hygiene, mobility, nutrition, elimination,
IV Basic Care & Comfort
sleep, pain management
Pharmacological Medication administration, dosage
V
Therapies calculations, adverse effects, high-alert meds
Reduction of Risk Vital signs, diagnostic testing, post-op care,
VI
Potential wound healing, pressure ulcers
Fluid & electrolytes, oxygenation, acid-base
VII Physiological Adaptation
balance, emergencies
How to Use These Remediation Notes
1. Identify Weak Areas — Use your ATI Fundamentals Proctored Exam score report to target
areas where you scored below proficiency.
2. Focus on High-Yield Topics — Starred (★) sections indicate topics most frequently tested.
3. Master the Mnemonics — Memory aids are highlighted throughout to help recall key
information.
4. Practice Active Recall — Cover the rationales and test yourself.
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5. Review Before the Exam — Use the summary tables for last-minute review.
PART I: Safe & Effective Care Environment
★ Infection Control
Chain of Infection
Link Definition Breaking the Chain
Microorganism that Hand hygiene, sterilization,
Infectious agent
causes infection antibiotics
Where organism lives and Wound care, drainage disposal,
Reservoir
multiplies linen handling
How organism leaves Cover mouth when coughing,
Portal of exit
reservoir proper waste disposal
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Link Definition Breaking the Chain
Mode of Isolation precautions, hand
How organism travels
transmission hygiene
Aseptic technique, wound care,
Portal of entry How organism enters host
catheter care
Immunizations, nutrition,
Susceptible host Person at risk for infection
protective precautions
★ Types of Precautions
Precaution Diseases Key Interventions
Hand hygiene, gloves, mask if
Standard ALL patients
splash risk
C. diff, MRSA, VRE, RSV, Private room, gown, gloves,
Contact
wound infections dedicated equipment
Private room, mask within 3
Influenza, meningitis,
Droplet feet, patient mask when out of
pertussis, mumps
room
Comprehensive ATI Fundamentals Complete Remediation Notes 2026-2027
Edition | High-Yield Content Mastery | NCLEX-Style Review
Structure & Organization
These remediation notes are organized according to the ATI Fundamentals of Nursing content
outline, focusing on high-yield topics that frequently appear on the ATI Fundamentals Proctored
Exam and NCLEX-RN.
Domain Content Area Key Focus Areas
Safe & Effective Care Infection control, safety, restraints,
I
Environment delegation, HIPAA, incident reports
Health Promotion & Developmental stages, immunizations, health
II
Maintenance screenings, patient education
Therapeutic communication, grief, coping,
III Psychosocial Integrity
cultural competence, end-of-life care
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Domain Content Area Key Focus Areas
Hygiene, mobility, nutrition, elimination,
IV Basic Care & Comfort
sleep, pain management
Pharmacological Medication administration, dosage
V
Therapies calculations, adverse effects, high-alert meds
Reduction of Risk Vital signs, diagnostic testing, post-op care,
VI
Potential wound healing, pressure ulcers
Fluid & electrolytes, oxygenation, acid-base
VII Physiological Adaptation
balance, emergencies
How to Use These Remediation Notes
1. Identify Weak Areas — Use your ATI Fundamentals Proctored Exam score report to target
areas where you scored below proficiency.
2. Focus on High-Yield Topics — Starred (★) sections indicate topics most frequently tested.
3. Master the Mnemonics — Memory aids are highlighted throughout to help recall key
information.
4. Practice Active Recall — Cover the rationales and test yourself.
,3|Page
5. Review Before the Exam — Use the summary tables for last-minute review.
PART I: Safe & Effective Care Environment
★ Infection Control
Chain of Infection
Link Definition Breaking the Chain
Microorganism that Hand hygiene, sterilization,
Infectious agent
causes infection antibiotics
Where organism lives and Wound care, drainage disposal,
Reservoir
multiplies linen handling
How organism leaves Cover mouth when coughing,
Portal of exit
reservoir proper waste disposal
, 4|Page
Link Definition Breaking the Chain
Mode of Isolation precautions, hand
How organism travels
transmission hygiene
Aseptic technique, wound care,
Portal of entry How organism enters host
catheter care
Immunizations, nutrition,
Susceptible host Person at risk for infection
protective precautions
★ Types of Precautions
Precaution Diseases Key Interventions
Hand hygiene, gloves, mask if
Standard ALL patients
splash risk
C. diff, MRSA, VRE, RSV, Private room, gown, gloves,
Contact
wound infections dedicated equipment
Private room, mask within 3
Influenza, meningitis,
Droplet feet, patient mask when out of
pertussis, mumps
room
