ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a child who has bacterial pneumonia. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fever is a common symptom of bacterial pneumonia due to the body's response to infection.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for prednisone. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Prednisone suppresses the immune system, increasing infection risk; clients should monitor for signs of infection.
Extract:
History and Physical
Nurses' Notes
Vital Signs
Client diagnosed with traumatic brain injury (TBI) from car crash 7 years ago and a concussion 5 years ago following a fall. Client brought in by partner who says, "They struggle every day now around the house. I'm worried to leave them alone." Client says, "Lately, I've had a hard time writing and I get lost a lot." Partner states, "The last year, they seem off. They have become socially withdrawn and refrain from going out with friends. Difficulty speaking began approximately 6 months ago." Client agrees and states, "I frequently misplace things around the house too."
Question 3 of 5
Select 1 condition and 1 client finding to fill in each blank in the following sentence. The client may be prescribed ___ to treat ___ .
| gabapentin 100 mg PO three times daily |
| memantine 5 mg PO twice daily |
| haloperidol 1 mg PO twice daily |
| citalopram 20 mg PO once daily |
| lithium 300 mg PO three times daily |
| pain level |
| cognitive changes |
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The client may be prescribed memantine 5 mg PO twice daily to treat cognitive changes. Symptoms suggest cognitive decline.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has an implanted venous access port. Which of the following should the nurse use to access the port?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A noncoring needle (e.g., Huber needle) is specifically designed to access an implanted venous port without causing damage to the septum, preserving the integrity of the port.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for insulin aspart. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Insulin aspart is a rapid-acting insulin and should be administered 15 minutes before meals to control postprandial glucose.