ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a suspected stroke. Which of the following findings should the nurse report immediately?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Facial drooping is a hallmark sign of stroke, requiring immediate reporting and intervention.
Question 2 of 5
Complete the following sentence by using the list of options. The action the nurse should take first is ___ followed by ___ .
| evaluating the fetal heart rate tracing |
| obtaining 24-hour urine collection |
| administering acetaminophen PO |
| inserting an indwelling urinary catheter |
| administering betamethasone IM |
| administering magnesium sulfate IV |
Correct Answer: A,F
Rationale: Evaluating the fetal heart rate tracing: Assesses fetal well-being. Administering magnesium sulfate IV: Prevents seizures.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing preoperative teaching to a client about the administration of morphine via a PCA pump. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: PCA pumps deliver a controlled dose of medication, preventing overdose by limiting the amount dispensed.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of hyperthyroidism. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hyperthyroidism increases metabolism, leading to heat intolerance due to excessive heat production.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medication administration record of a client. Which of the following prescriptions should the nurse clarify?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The prescribed dose of Digoxin 250 mcg is unusually high for a daily dose. Typically, digoxin is prescribed in lower doses, and the nurse should clarify this prescription with the provider to ensure it is correct.