ATI RN
RN ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a preschooler who has bacterial pneumonia. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fever is a common manifestation of bacterial pneumonia in children, indicating an immune response.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a newly licensed nurse about obtaining a sputum specimen for acid-fast bacillus (AFB) testing. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Instructing the client to cough deeply ensures that the sputum specimen is obtained from the lower respiratory tract, which is necessary for accurate AFB testing to diagnose tuberculosis.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching for the guardian of a school-age child following a cardiac catheterization. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Removing the pressure dressing the next day allows inspection of the site for complications.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new diagnosis of multiple sclerosis. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Using a cane helps maintain balance, reducing fall risk in clients with multiple sclerosis.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is building a therapeutic relationship with a newly admitted client. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take during the orientation phase of the relationship?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Clarifying the roles and responsibilities of both the nurse and the client during the orientation phase sets clear expectations and promotes a safe environment for therapeutic engagement.