ATI RN
RN ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in the emergency department is receiving report on a group of clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse assess first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Left shoulder pain with S-T elevation on an ECG suggests a possible acute myocardial infarction, requiring immediate assessment.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who received 50,000 units of IV heparin rather than the prescribed 5,000 units. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Checking for bleeding is the priority to ensure client safety after a heparin overdose.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in a long-term care facility is admitting a client who has dementia. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to reduce the risk for client injury?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Frequent toileting reduces the risk of falls and promotes comfort in clients with dementia.
Question 4 of 5
A charge nurse is observing a newly licensed nurse provide care for a client who is postoperative. The newly licensed nurse tells the client that she will insert a urinary catheter if the client will not void. Which of the following torts should the charge nurse identify as having occurred?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The nurse's statement creates a reasonable fear of unwanted contact, constituting assault.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing information for a client who has a new prescription for simvastatin. For which of the following should the nurse instruct the client to monitor and report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Simvastatin can lead to muscle-related side effects, including myopathy and rhabdomyolysis, which can present as muscle weakness. Clients must report these symptoms to prevent serious complications.