ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a urinary tract infection and is prescribed ciprofloxacin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse give the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ciprofloxacin increases photosensitivity; clients should avoid sunlight to prevent severe skin reactions.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for atorvastatin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Atorvastatin can cause myopathy; muscle pain may indicate rhabdomyolysis, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for prednisone. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Prednisone suppresses the immune system, increasing infection risk; clients should monitor for signs of infection.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who is scheduled to receive a transfusion of packed RBCs. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: 0.9% sodium chloride is the only compatible solution with blood products to prevent hemolysis.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who speaks a different language than the nurse and is using an interpreter. Which of the following actions should the nurse take when working with the interpreter?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Speaking in a normal voice at a natural pace allows the interpreter to accurately convey the nurse's message without confusion or misinterpretation.