ATI RN
ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a fractured femur and is in skeletal traction. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Coolness in the toes suggests impaired circulation, a serious complication requiring immediate reporting.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a new diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A barrel chest is a common finding in COPD due to chronic lung hyperinflation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to catheterize a toddler for a urine culture. Which of the following is an appropriate action for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Donning sterile gloves maintains a sterile field, reducing the risk of infection during catheterization.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving oxygen therapy at 4 L/min via nasal cannula. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Nasal dryness can lead to mucosal damage and discomfort, requiring interventions like humidification.
Question 5 of 5
A charge nurse in a long-term care facility notices the smell of alcohol on a nurse's breath. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Removing the nurse from the client care area ensures client safety by preventing potential harm from an impaired nurse.