ATI RN
ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a spinal cord injury at the C5 level. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A C5 spinal cord injury impairs diaphragm function, leading to difficulty breathing due to weakened respiratory muscles.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is postoperative following a craniotomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Clear nasal drainage may indicate a cerebrospinal fluid leak, a serious complication requiring immediate reporting.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is monitoring a client who received a blood transfusion and notes fever and chills. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Stopping the transfusion is the priority to prevent further complications from a potential febrile non-hemolytic transfusion reaction.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is prescribed a metered-dose inhaler (MDI). Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Shaking the MDI before each puff ensures proper mixing of the medication for effective delivery.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is to begin chemotherapy. The client asks the nurse about managing hair loss. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Providing information about head-covering options addresses the client's concern empathetically and offers practical support.