ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in an acute mental health care facility is prioritizing care for multiple clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse see first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A sore throat in a client taking clozapine may indicate agranulocytosis, a potentially life-threatening condition that requires immediate evaluation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving a continuous heparin infusion. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Heparin's anticoagulant effect is monitored by aPTT to ensure therapeutic levels.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for furosemide. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Furosemide can cause ototoxicity; tinnitus is a sign that should be reported immediately.
Extract:
Nurses' Notes
Provider Prescriptions
Laboratory Results
Prior Day Intake and Output
Graphic Record
Nurses' Notes
0800:
A client who has bipolar disorder is admitted to the inpatient psychiatric unit. During the morning assessment, the client reports blurred vision and an increase in urine output. It is noted that the client is having clonic jerking of upper extremities. Provider notified and laboratory tests ordered. Skin is warm and dry without rash.
Question 4 of 5
Complete the following sentence by using the lists of options. The nurse understands that the patient has likely developed ___ and will need to be monitored for ___ .
| neuroleptic malignant syndrome |
| metabolic syndrome |
| urinary tract infection |
| lithium toxicity |
| symptoms of infection |
| blood glucose levels |
| seizure activity |
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The nurse understands that the patient has likely developed lithium toxicity and will need to be monitored for seizure activity. Elevated lithium levels and symptoms indicate toxicity.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a mastectomy. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include to promote comfort?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elevating the affected arm reduces edema and promotes comfort.