ATI RN
ATI RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Updated Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a spinal cord injury at the T4 level. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A T4 spinal cord injury typically results in paraplegia, with loss of leg movement.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new diagnosis of Crohn's disease. Which of the following dietary recommendations should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Avoiding dairy products can reduce symptoms in clients with Crohn's disease.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing alcohol withdrawal. Which of the following medications should the nurse expect to administer?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lorazepam is used to manage symptoms of alcohol withdrawal, such as agitation and seizures.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of Parkinson's disease. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tremors at rest are a hallmark symptom of Parkinson's disease.
Extract:
Vital signs
0600:
Temperature 37.2° C (99° F)
Heart rate 66/min
Respiratory rate 16/min
BP 130/82 mm Hg
Pulse oximetry 96% on room air
1000:
Temperature 37.6° C (99.7° F)
Heart rate 70/min
Respiratory rate 20/min
BP 160/102 mm Hg
Pulse oximetry 96% on room air
Client reports pain as 10 on a scale of 0 to 10 from headache
Question 5 of 5
For each potential nursing action, click to specify if the action is anticipated or contraindicated for the client.
| Options | Anticipated | Contraindicated |
|---|---|---|
| Perform suctioning | ||
| Withhold pain medication for headache until other manifestations resolve | ||
| Assess blood pressure every 15 minutes | ||
| Administer nifedipine | ||
| Assess for urinary retention | ||
| Place client in supine position |
Correct Answer: C,E
Rationale: Frequent blood pressure checks and assessing urinary retention are anticipated to manage autonomic dysreflexia, while suctioning, withholding pain medication, nifedipine, and supine positioning are contraindicated.