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ATI PN Fundamentals Final Exam 2025-2026 | 120 Practice
Q&A with Verified Answers and Rationales (Updated,
Guaranteed Pass)
Question 1
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about using proper body mechanics when lifting
objects. Which instruction should the nurse include?
A. Bend at the waist to pick up heavy objects
B. Keep the object away from your body while lifting
C. Use the muscles of your legs when lifting
D. Twist your torso while carrying objects
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using leg muscles helps prevent back injuries. The back should remain straight, and
objects should be held close to the body. Twisting should be avoided.
Question 2
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A nurse enters a client’s room and finds the client lying on the floor. Which action should the
nurse take first?
A. Assist the client back to bed
B. Assess the client for injuries
C. Notify the provider
D. Document the incident
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The nurse’s first priority is to assess the client for injuries before moving or notifying
anyone. This follows the nursing process (assess first).
Question 3
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client prescribed a new antihypertensive
medication. Which statement indicates understanding?
A. “I will stop taking the medication if I feel dizzy.”
B. “I will change positions slowly from sitting to standing.”
C. “I will take an extra dose if my blood pressure is high.”
D. “I no longer need to follow a low-sodium diet.”
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Antihypertensives can cause orthostatic hypotension. Changing positions slowly
helps prevent dizziness and falls.
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Question 4
A nurse is caring for a client who is at risk for pressure injuries. Which intervention is most
appropriate?
A. Massage reddened areas on the skin
B. Reposition the client every 2 hours
C. Place the client in a high-Fowler’s position
D. Apply ice packs to pressure points
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Repositioning every 2 hours helps reduce pressure and improve circulation.
Massaging reddened skin may damage capillaries.
Question 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is learning to use a cane. Which instruction
should the nurse give?
A. Hold the cane on the weaker side
B. Move the cane and stronger leg together
C. Place the cane 6–12 inches in front when walking
D. Move the cane behind the weaker leg
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The cane should be placed 6–12 inches forward, used on the strong side, and
advanced with the weaker leg for stability.
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Question 6
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about fire safety in the hospital. Which acronym
should the nurse explain to help the client remember what to do during a fire?
A. CPR
B. PASS
C. RACE
D. SBAR
Correct Answer: C (RACE)
Rationale: RACE = Rescue, Alarm, Contain, Extinguish. PASS (Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep) is
for using fire extinguishers.
Question 7
A nurse is preparing to administer oral medications to a client. Which action is correct?
A. Crush enteric-coated tablets for easier swallowing
B. Stay with the client until all medications are swallowed
C. Leave medications at the bedside for the client to take later
D. Mix medications in a large amount of food
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The nurse must ensure medications are swallowed to confirm safe administration.
Enteric-coated tablets should never be crushed.
ATI PN Fundamentals Final Exam 2025-2026 | 120 Practice
Q&A with Verified Answers and Rationales (Updated,
Guaranteed Pass)
Question 1
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about using proper body mechanics when lifting
objects. Which instruction should the nurse include?
A. Bend at the waist to pick up heavy objects
B. Keep the object away from your body while lifting
C. Use the muscles of your legs when lifting
D. Twist your torso while carrying objects
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using leg muscles helps prevent back injuries. The back should remain straight, and
objects should be held close to the body. Twisting should be avoided.
Question 2
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A nurse enters a client’s room and finds the client lying on the floor. Which action should the
nurse take first?
A. Assist the client back to bed
B. Assess the client for injuries
C. Notify the provider
D. Document the incident
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The nurse’s first priority is to assess the client for injuries before moving or notifying
anyone. This follows the nursing process (assess first).
Question 3
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client prescribed a new antihypertensive
medication. Which statement indicates understanding?
A. “I will stop taking the medication if I feel dizzy.”
B. “I will change positions slowly from sitting to standing.”
C. “I will take an extra dose if my blood pressure is high.”
D. “I no longer need to follow a low-sodium diet.”
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Antihypertensives can cause orthostatic hypotension. Changing positions slowly
helps prevent dizziness and falls.
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Question 4
A nurse is caring for a client who is at risk for pressure injuries. Which intervention is most
appropriate?
A. Massage reddened areas on the skin
B. Reposition the client every 2 hours
C. Place the client in a high-Fowler’s position
D. Apply ice packs to pressure points
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Repositioning every 2 hours helps reduce pressure and improve circulation.
Massaging reddened skin may damage capillaries.
Question 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is learning to use a cane. Which instruction
should the nurse give?
A. Hold the cane on the weaker side
B. Move the cane and stronger leg together
C. Place the cane 6–12 inches in front when walking
D. Move the cane behind the weaker leg
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The cane should be placed 6–12 inches forward, used on the strong side, and
advanced with the weaker leg for stability.
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Question 6
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about fire safety in the hospital. Which acronym
should the nurse explain to help the client remember what to do during a fire?
A. CPR
B. PASS
C. RACE
D. SBAR
Correct Answer: C (RACE)
Rationale: RACE = Rescue, Alarm, Contain, Extinguish. PASS (Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep) is
for using fire extinguishers.
Question 7
A nurse is preparing to administer oral medications to a client. Which action is correct?
A. Crush enteric-coated tablets for easier swallowing
B. Stay with the client until all medications are swallowed
C. Leave medications at the bedside for the client to take later
D. Mix medications in a large amount of food
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The nurse must ensure medications are swallowed to confirm safe administration.
Enteric-coated tablets should never be crushed.
