ATI RN
RN ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A home health nurse is assessing a client who has amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and has had recent weight loss. Which of the following is the priority admission data for the nurse to obtain?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Swallowing ability is the priority, as dysphagia in ALS can lead to inadequate nutrition and aspiration risk.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation and has an endotracheal tube in place. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to reduce the risk of ventilator-associated pneumonia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Providing oral care with chlorhexidine solution reduces the risk of ventilator-associated pneumonia by decreasing oral bacterial colonization.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who reports migraine headaches for the past 4 months. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reviewing the pain diary provides insights into migraine patterns and triggers.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is prescribed a low-sodium diet for hypertension. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fresh strawberries are naturally low in sodium, making them suitable for a low-sodium diet.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a parent of a child who has varicella. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Children can return to school once varicella lesions have crusted, indicating they are no longer contagious.