ATI RN
ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in a long-term care facility is caring for a client who has methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Wearing a gown during personal hygiene tasks prevents contamination of the nurse's clothing and skin, reducing the spread of MRSA.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is prescribed metformin for type 2 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Avoiding alcohol with metformin reduces the risk of lactic acidosis, a rare but serious side effect.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for furosemide. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Furosemide can cause hypokalemia, so monitoring potassium levels is essential to prevent complications like arrhythmias.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider? These are the medical report: Urine specific gravity 1.035, albumin 4.5 mg/L, prealbumin 25 mg/dL and potassium 4.2 mg/dL
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A urine specific gravity of 1.035 suggests concentrated urine, potentially indicating dehydration, which should be reported for further evaluation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has obsessive-compulsive personality disorder. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Individuals with OCPD are typically goal-oriented, driven by perfectionism and a need for control.