ATI RN
ATI RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Updated Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a history of heart failure. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Crackles in the lungs indicate fluid overload, a common finding in heart failure.
Extract:
Nurses' notes
0900:
A 16-year-old client reports to the clinic with their caregiver. The client's caregiver informs the nurse that the client has "not been themselves lately." The client's parents and a sibling passed away from injuries sustained when a tornado moved through their town 1 month ago. They were the only survivor and witnessed their family's deaths.
0910:
Client appears anxious but answers questions appropriately for age. They report experiencing nightmares that awaken them at night and startle easily during thunderstorm, but the client admits that they have always been afraid of thunderstorms. Client admits smoking marijuana for about 1 month because it helps clear their mind. They also admit that they have no desire to leave the house. They do attend school regularly and are on the honor roll.
Question 2 of 5
Based on the information in the client's medical record, which of the following findings require immediate follow-up? Select the 4 findings that require follow-up.
| Smoking marijuana to clear their mind |
| BP 122/80 mm Hg |
| Witnessing their family's death |
| Attends school regularly |
| Client experiences nightmares |
| Startles easy during thunderstorm |
| Caregiver reporting client acting differently than usual |
Correct Answer: A,C,E,F,H
Rationale: Marijuana use, witnessing trauma, nightmares, startling easily, and behavioral changes suggest potential mental health issues like PTSD requiring immediate follow-up.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a partial nephrectomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A urine output of 30 mL/hr may indicate impaired renal function, requiring immediate follow-up.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is developing a care plan for a client who is in Buck's traction and is scheduled for surgery for a fractured femur of the right leg. Which of the following interventions should the nurse delegate to an assistive personnel?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Reminding the client to use the incentive spirometer is within the scope of assistive personnel.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is experiencing hypovolemia. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dizziness is a common symptom of hypovolemia due to reduced blood volume and decreased perfusion to the brain.