ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Online Practice 2019 B with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in a provider's office is monitoring the laboratory results of a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following results indicates that the client demonstrates acceptable glycemic control?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An HbA1c of 6.8% indicates good long-term glycemic control, reflecting stable blood sugar over 2-3 months.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a new diagnosis of diverticulitis. Which of the following dietary recommendations should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Increasing fiber intake prevents constipation and promotes bowel health in diverticulitis, unlike low-residue diets used during acute flares.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is prescribed a low-potassium diet for hyperkalemia. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend avoiding?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Bananas are high in potassium, which should be avoided on a low-potassium diet to manage hyperkalemia.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse must recommend clients for discharge in order to make room for several critically injured clients from a local disaster. Which of the following clients should the nurse recommend for discharge?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The client with cellulitis on oral antibiotics can be managed at home with proper care, unlike the other clients who require close monitoring for aspiration risk, postpartum care, or undiagnosed neurological issues.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a fracture repair. The client reports pain at the surgical site. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Assessing the pain's characteristics first guides appropriate pain management and identifies potential complications.