ATI RN
ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a new diagnosis of ulcerative colitis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hematochezia, or bloody diarrhea, is a common symptom of ulcerative colitis due to mucosal inflammation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving continuous IV infusion of magnesium sulfate. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Absent patellar reflexes indicate magnesium toxicity, a serious adverse effect requiring immediate reporting.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about hand hygiene with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Interlacing the fingers while rubbing hands together ensures thorough cleaning of all hand surfaces, including between the fingers, which is a key component of effective hand hygiene.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is undergoing radiation therapy and has stomatitis. Which of the following responses by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Using a soft-bristle toothbrush minimizes irritation to inflamed oral tissues, indicating proper stomatitis care.