ATI RN
ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in a long-term care facility is providing care for a client who has been receiving donepezil. Which of the following findings indicates that the medication is effective?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Improved short-term memory indicates donepezil's effectiveness in slowing cognitive decline in dementia.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is prescribed sulfasalazine for ulcerative colitis. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reporting yellowing of the skin is important, as it may indicate hepatotoxicity, a side effect of sulfasalazine.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a new diagnosis of peptic ulcer disease. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Epigastric pain relieved by eating is a hallmark symptom of peptic ulcer disease, particularly duodenal ulcers.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is prescribed warfarin for atrial fibrillation. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse instruct the client to monitor?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Monitoring INR ensures warfarin is within therapeutic range, preventing bleeding or clotting complications.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving hospice care and has a prescription for morphine. The client's family expresses concern about the risk of addiction. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Explaining that morphine ensures comfort in hospice care addresses the family's concern while prioritizing pain management.