ATI RN
ATI RN Capstone Proctored Comprehensive Assessment Exam A Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has schizophrenia and is taking risperidone. Which of the following adverse effects of the medication is the priority finding for the nurse to report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Irregular pulse is the priority finding because risperidone can prolong the QT interval, increasing the risk of serious cardiac arrhythmias, including torsades de pointes, which can be life-threatening. Constipation, visual disturbances, and dry mouth are less urgent.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to insert an indwelling urinary catheter for a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Positioning the sterile drape first maintains a sterile field, preventing contamination. Lubrication, syringe attachment, and cleansing follow.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is evaluating the progress of a school-age child who takes methylphenidate. Which of the following findings indicates the effectiveness of the medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Decreased impulsiveness. Methylphenidate treats ADHD by improving impulse control. Abdominal pain resolution, increased appetite, or urine output are not indicators of effectiveness.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a group of clients about complementary and alternative therapies using herbs. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: I can use chamomile tea to promote sleep. Chamomile has calming properties and is commonly used as a natural remedy to promote relaxation and improve sleep. Herbs can interact with medications, ginger treats nausea, and herbal medicines are not FDA-regulated like drugs.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postpartum and expresses concern about how her preschool-age son will react to having a baby sister. Which of the following strategies should the nurse suggest?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Give your son a little gift from his new sister. This fosters a positive association and inclusion. Hospital meetings aid bonding, alone time is unsafe, and holding the baby may make the son feel displaced.