ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Predictor Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A female client is taking alendronate, a bisphosphonate, for postmenopausal osteoporosis. The client tells the nurse that she is experiencing jaw pain. How should the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Jaw pain may indicate osteonecrosis of the jaw, a serious side effect of alendronate, requiring immediate provider notification.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with Crohn's disease with a BMI of 17.2. How should the nurse document the client's weight status?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A BMI of 17.2 is below 18.5, indicating underweight status per WHO classification.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a total hip arthroplasty. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to prevent dislocation?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Placing a pillow between the legs maintains abduction, preventing dislocation of the hip prosthesis.
Question 4 of 5
A female client is taking alendronate, a bisphosphonate, for postmenopausal osteoporosis. The client tells the nurse that she is experiencing jaw pain. How should the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Jaw pain may indicate osteonecrosis of the jaw, a serious side effect of alendronate, requiring immediate provider notification.
Question 5 of 5
A hospice nurse is visiting with the son of a client who has terminal cancer. The son reports sleeping very little during the past week due to caring for his mother. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Offering respite care information provides a practical solution to the son's sleep deprivation, ensuring continued care for his mother.