ATI RN
RN ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing the peripheral catheter insertion site of a client who is receiving an infusion. The nurse notices redness and warmth to the touch around the insertion site. The nurse should document the finding as which of the following complications?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Redness and warmth around the catheter site indicate phlebitis, which is inflammation of the vein.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a new parent about breastfeeding her infant. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Offering the breast at signs of hunger promotes successful breastfeeding and adequate nutrition.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is planning to administer vancomycin IV to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to reduce the risk of an adverse reaction to the vancomycin?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Administering vancomycin over 60 minutes minimizes infusion-related reactions like red man syndrome.
Question 4 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 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client about family planning using the basal body temperature method. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Taking temperature immediately upon waking ensures accurate basal body temperature readings.