ATI RN
ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is postoperative following a coronary artery bypass graft (CABG). Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A temperature of 38.3°C may indicate infection, a serious postoperative complication requiring provider notification.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a new diagnosis of hypertension. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Headache is a common symptom of hypertension due to increased intracranial pressure.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is supervising an assistive personnel (AP) who is caring for a client who is at risk for falls. For which of the following actions by the AP should the nurse intervene?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Raising all four side-rails is considered a restraint and increases injury risk if the client attempts to climb over them.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is postoperative following a total hip arthroplasty. Which of the following findings indicates a possible dislocation of the prosthesis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: External rotation of the leg is a classic sign of hip prosthesis dislocation, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is talking with a client who refuses a blood transfusion for religious reasons. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Informing the client of their right to change their mind respects autonomy while keeping communication open and nonjudgmental.