ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Online Practice 2019 B with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a new diagnosis of diverticulitis. Which of the following dietary recommendations should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Increasing fiber intake prevents constipation and promotes bowel health in diverticulitis, unlike low-residue diets used during acute flares.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the results of laboratory screenings for a 9-month-old infant. Which of the following results should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A lead level of 18 mcg/dL is elevated (>5 mcg/dL per CD
C), requiring reporting due to risks of developmental delays.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a new diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Morning stiffness, joint swelling, and fatigue are hallmark symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis due to autoimmune inflammation.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to insert an indwelling urinary catheter for a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cleaning the meatus first reduces infection risk by eliminating bacteria before catheter insertion, per sterile technique.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client to the psychiatric unit after attempting suicide. The client states, 'My family does not care whether I live or die.' Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Asking how the client feels encourages emotional expression, building therapeutic rapport in a non-judgmental way.