ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 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 immediately?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pupillary dilation on one side indicates increased intracranial pressure, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving continuous enteral feedings via a PEG tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Checking residual volume every 4 hours prevents overfeeding and aspiration.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for alendronate. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Alendronate should be taken with a full glass of water and the client should remain upright to prevent esophageal irritation.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a male client who has a spinal cord injury. Which of the following techniques should the nurse use when providing perineal care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: After cleaning the urethral meatus, the nurse should discard the washcloth or use a different part of it to prevent the spread of bacteria.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is on bed rest. The nurse should recognize that which of the following findings is a complication of immobility?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A swollen area on the calf may indicate a deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a serious complication of immobility.