ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Predictor Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse has just received change-of-shift report for four clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse assess first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The client with low blood glucose requires immediate assessment to ensure stabilization after orange juice administration.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has depression and reports, 'I'm feeling much better.' The client reports difficulty sleeping and frequent headaches. Which of the following findings indicate an adverse effect of the client's medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Difficulty sleeping is a potential adverse effect of fluoxetine, indicating the need for further evaluation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a history of peptic ulcer disease and is reporting epigastric pain. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Antacids neutralize stomach acid, relieving epigastric pain associated with peptic ulcer disease.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a child who is postoperative following a tonsillectomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as the priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Frequent swallowing may indicate bleeding from the surgical site, a critical postoperative complication requiring immediate attention.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client on antihypertensive medication moving from supine to sitting. Which finding indicates orthostatic hypotension?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A systolic BP decrease of 25 mm Hg indicates orthostatic hypotension, a common side effect of antihypertensives.