ATI RN
ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a new diagnosis of hypertension. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Headache is a common symptom of hypertension due to increased intracranial pressure.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer PRN pain medication to a client who has cholelithiasis and is experiencing moderate abdominal pain. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to administer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Acetaminophen is safe and effective for pain relief in cholelithiasis, avoiding adverse effects on the biliary system.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client receiving mechanical ventilation via an endotracheal (ET) tube. The high-pressure alarm is beeping, and the client is experiencing respiratory distress. The nurse is unable to determine the cause of the alarm. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Manually delivering breaths with a resuscitation bag ensures immediate ventilation, addressing respiratory distress while the alarm's cause is investigated.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is prescribed furosemide for heart failure. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Reporting muscle weakness is important, as it may indicate hypokalemia, a common side effect of furosemide.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a recent diagnosis of a terminal illness. The nurse should identify which of the following as an indication of hopelessness?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Making funeral arrangements can indicate hopelessness, as it suggests the client is preparing for death and may feel there is no chance for recovery.