ATI RN
ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Exit exam A Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new diagnosis of type 1 diabetes mellitus about exercise. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Avoiding exercise with blood glucose above 250 mg/dL prevents ketoacidosis risk. Exercise timing can vary; consistency aids planning but isn't mandatory. Weight loss isn't significant in type 1 diabetes from exercise alone. Stopping insulin is dangerous; insulin is always needed.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a cesarean birth. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A temperature of 38.5°C suggests infection, requiring reporting. Lochia serosa and fundus at the umbilicus are normal on day 3. Pain of 3/10 is expected.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for sumatriptan. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chest tightness is a possible side effect of sumatriptan, requiring monitoring. Bedtime dosing isn't standard; it's taken at migraine onset. Weight gain and rash are not typical.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for venlafaxine. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Drowsiness is a possible side effect of venlafaxine, an SNRI. Weight loss or gain varies. Morning dosing is common but not for drowsiness avoidance. Dry mouth is less common.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a nephrectomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A temperature of 38.6°C suggests infection, requiring reporting. Urine output of 50 mL/hr is adequate. Pain of 4/10 and serous drainage are normal post-op.