ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Online Practice 2019 B with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A charge nurse is observing an assistive personnel perform delegated tasks. Which of the following actions by the AP requires the charge nurse to intervene?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Alcohol-based hand rub is ineffective against C. difficile; soap and water are required, necessitating intervention.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client prior to an amniocentesis. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Monitoring fetal heart rate ensures fetal safety during amniocentesis, detecting distress promptly.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) via mechanical ventilation. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects of PEEP?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: PEEP increases intrathoracic pressure, which can lead to tension pneumothorax by causing air accumulation in the pleural space, a life-threatening condition requiring close monitoring.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a new diagnosis of glaucoma. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Blurred vision, eye pain, and halos around lights are common symptoms of glaucoma due to increased intraocular pressure.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is prescribed digoxin for heart failure. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Digoxin can cause bradycardia, so reporting a heart rate below 60 beats per minute is critical to prevent toxicity.