ATI RN
ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a chest tube in place. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Absence of fluid in the water seal chamber may indicate a leak or malfunction, compromising the chest tube system and requiring immediate reporting.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client who is 1 week postpartum and reports excessive vaginal bleeding. The nurse speaks a different language than the client. The client's partner and 10-year-old child are accompanying her. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to gather the client's admission data?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Using a professional interpreter ensures accurate communication and maintains confidentiality, especially for sensitive medical information.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of heart failure and is prescribed spironolactone. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Spironolactone is potassium-sparing, so monitoring potassium levels is essential to prevent hyperkalemia.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a new diagnosis of glaucoma. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Blurred vision is a common symptom of glaucoma due to increased intraocular pressure affecting the optic nerve.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is discussing weight loss with a client who is concerned about losing 6.8 kg (15 lb) from an original weight of 90.7 kg (200 lb). The nurse should identify the weight loss as which of the following total percentages?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Calculating (6.8/90.7)*100 yields approximately 7.5%, the correct percentage of weight loss.