ATI PN Fundamentals Exam Preparation
Questions and Answers (2026) | Exam Prep
Material | Verified Questions & Answers | A+
• Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation -✓✓Pain relief method using
electrical impulses.
• Bilateral wrist restraints -✓✓Devices to limit movement of both wrists.
• Capillary refill -✓✓Time taken for color to return to nail bed.
• Indwelling urinary catheter -✓✓Tube inserted into bladder for urine drainage.
• Express consent -✓✓Client's clear agreement for a medical procedure.
• Consent form -✓✓Document confirming client's permission for treatment.
• Home safety assessment -✓✓Evaluation of client's living environment for
hazards.
• Stool riser -✓✓Elevated platform for easier toilet access.
• Throw rugs -✓✓Loose floor coverings that can cause falls.
• Peak flow meter -✓✓Device measuring airflow in asthma management.
,• Video demonstration -✓✓Visual guide for teaching a procedure.
• Mouth care for unconscious client -✓✓Hygiene practice for non-responsive
patients.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) -✓✓Gear to protect healthcare workers
from infection.
• Wound irrigation -✓✓Cleaning procedure for infected wounds.
• Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) -✓✓Bacteria resistant to
common antibiotics.
• Postoperative care -✓✓Support and monitoring after surgical procedures.
• Limb loss acceptance -✓✓Client's emotional adjustment to losing a limb.
• Arthritis management -✓✓Strategies to alleviate joint pain and improve
mobility.
• NG tube -✓✓Nasal tube for gastric decompression.
• Gastric decompression -✓✓Removal of stomach contents to relieve pressure.
• Handrail support -✓✓Using railings for stability on stairs.
,• Gloved fingers -✓✓Covered fingers used for patient care.
• Greenish-yellow drainage -✓✓Indicates possible infection; should be reported.
• Gastric contents in air vent -✓✓Sign of potential complication; requires
immediate attention.
• FLACC scale -✓✓Pain assessment tool for non-verbal patients.
• Communication board -✓✓Facilitates interaction with non-English speaking
clients.
• Westerly syndrome -✓✓Condition requiring dietary restrictions, particularly
potassium.
• Incident report -✓✓Documentation for adverse events or safety issues.
• Postmortem care -✓✓Care provided after a patient's death.
• Environmental stressors -✓✓Factors affecting patient comfort in healthcare
settings.
• Vitamin C intake -✓✓Essential for wound healing; citrus fruits recommended.
, • Palliative care -✓✓Focuses on comfort and quality of life.
• Client's personal belongings -✓✓Should be secured after death for family.
• Client's dietary restrictions -✓✓Specific foods to avoid based on medical
conditions.
• Assisting with transfers -✓✓Requires proper technique to ensure client safety.
• Resuscitation discussions -✓✓Important in palliative care context; often avoided.
• Emotional support -✓✓Critical for families during serious illness.
• Burns from heating pad -✓✓Requires incident report due to injury.
• Disorientation and falls -✓✓Serious incident; necessitates reporting and review.
• Temperature dissatisfaction -✓✓Minor issue; may not require formal reporting.
• Visitor's fainting -✓✓Potential safety concern; should be documented.
• Nutritional recommendations -✓✓Guidance on food choices to meet health
needs.
Questions and Answers (2026) | Exam Prep
Material | Verified Questions & Answers | A+
• Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation -✓✓Pain relief method using
electrical impulses.
• Bilateral wrist restraints -✓✓Devices to limit movement of both wrists.
• Capillary refill -✓✓Time taken for color to return to nail bed.
• Indwelling urinary catheter -✓✓Tube inserted into bladder for urine drainage.
• Express consent -✓✓Client's clear agreement for a medical procedure.
• Consent form -✓✓Document confirming client's permission for treatment.
• Home safety assessment -✓✓Evaluation of client's living environment for
hazards.
• Stool riser -✓✓Elevated platform for easier toilet access.
• Throw rugs -✓✓Loose floor coverings that can cause falls.
• Peak flow meter -✓✓Device measuring airflow in asthma management.
,• Video demonstration -✓✓Visual guide for teaching a procedure.
• Mouth care for unconscious client -✓✓Hygiene practice for non-responsive
patients.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) -✓✓Gear to protect healthcare workers
from infection.
• Wound irrigation -✓✓Cleaning procedure for infected wounds.
• Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) -✓✓Bacteria resistant to
common antibiotics.
• Postoperative care -✓✓Support and monitoring after surgical procedures.
• Limb loss acceptance -✓✓Client's emotional adjustment to losing a limb.
• Arthritis management -✓✓Strategies to alleviate joint pain and improve
mobility.
• NG tube -✓✓Nasal tube for gastric decompression.
• Gastric decompression -✓✓Removal of stomach contents to relieve pressure.
• Handrail support -✓✓Using railings for stability on stairs.
,• Gloved fingers -✓✓Covered fingers used for patient care.
• Greenish-yellow drainage -✓✓Indicates possible infection; should be reported.
• Gastric contents in air vent -✓✓Sign of potential complication; requires
immediate attention.
• FLACC scale -✓✓Pain assessment tool for non-verbal patients.
• Communication board -✓✓Facilitates interaction with non-English speaking
clients.
• Westerly syndrome -✓✓Condition requiring dietary restrictions, particularly
potassium.
• Incident report -✓✓Documentation for adverse events or safety issues.
• Postmortem care -✓✓Care provided after a patient's death.
• Environmental stressors -✓✓Factors affecting patient comfort in healthcare
settings.
• Vitamin C intake -✓✓Essential for wound healing; citrus fruits recommended.
, • Palliative care -✓✓Focuses on comfort and quality of life.
• Client's personal belongings -✓✓Should be secured after death for family.
• Client's dietary restrictions -✓✓Specific foods to avoid based on medical
conditions.
• Assisting with transfers -✓✓Requires proper technique to ensure client safety.
• Resuscitation discussions -✓✓Important in palliative care context; often avoided.
• Emotional support -✓✓Critical for families during serious illness.
• Burns from heating pad -✓✓Requires incident report due to injury.
• Disorientation and falls -✓✓Serious incident; necessitates reporting and review.
• Temperature dissatisfaction -✓✓Minor issue; may not require formal reporting.
• Visitor's fainting -✓✓Potential safety concern; should be documented.
• Nutritional recommendations -✓✓Guidance on food choices to meet health
needs.
