ATI RN
ATI RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Updated Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is postoperative following a craniotomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Clear nasal drainage may indicate a cerebrospinal fluid leak, requiring urgent attention.
Extract:
Nurses' Notes
Laboratory results
Day 1,0930:
Peripheral IV initiated. Provider prescriptions received and implemented.
Day 1, 1000:
Client voided and reports pain and discomfort upon urination. Client states, "I've noticed burning when I urinate for the past 2 days."
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse take? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: Antibiotics, phenazopyridine, and urine culture address UTI symptoms safely in pregnancy.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a partial nephrectomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A urine output of 30 mL/hr may indicate impaired renal function, requiring immediate follow-up.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a colostomy placement. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dark, tarry stool may indicate gastrointestinal bleeding, requiring immediate attention.
Extract:
Nurses' notes
Postoperative day 2
0900:
Client reports history of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) after cholecystectomy 15 years ago.
Client reports pain of 5 on a scale of 0 to 10 at perineal surgical incision site and bladder fullness. Perineal dressing intact with minimal serosanguinous drainage.
Reports hard, painful bowel movement on postoperative day 1.
Client transferring out of bed to chair independently. Extremities cool and dry with 2+ peripheral pulses.
1300:
Client reports abdominal cramping and small, hard, painful bowel movement after lunch. Ambulating independently in hallway. Reports pain of 8 on a scale of 0 to 10 in perineum.
Question 5 of 5
For each potential provider's prescription, click to specify if the potential prescription is anticipated or contraindicated for the client.
| Options | Anticipated | Contraindicated |
|---|---|---|
| Apply warm compresses to the incision site | ||
| Administer enema to relieve constipation | ||
| Irrigate indwelling urinary catheter with 50 mL of normal saline | ||
| Place a blanket roll under the client's knees while in bed | ||
| Maintain bed rest for 2 days postoperatively |
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: Enema, catheter irrigation, and knee support are anticipated, while warm compresses and bed rest are contraindicated.