ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Predictor Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is receiving a blood transfusion. Which of the following findings indicates a possible transfusion reaction?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A temperature increase of 1°C may indicate a febrile nonhemolytic transfusion reaction, requiring immediate attention.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a history of bipolar disorder and is taking lithium. Which of the following findings indicates possible lithium toxicity?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tremors are a common sign of lithium toxicity, indicating the need for serum level monitoring.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of Parkinson's disease. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tremors at rest are a hallmark symptom of Parkinson's disease due to dopaminergic neuron loss.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical records of four clients. The nurse should identify which of the following client findings that requires follow-up care.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: An INR of 1.8 is subtherapeutic for warfarin, indicating inadequate anticoagulation, requiring follow-up to adjust the dose.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with food selection for a client with dysphagia from a stroke. Which food should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Scrambled eggs are soft and moist, making them easier to swallow for a client with dysphagia.