ATI RN
ATI RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Retake 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting in the care of a client who is to receive a transfusion of packed RBCs. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Checking the client's blood type and crossmatch in the medical record ensures compatibility, preventing transfusion reactions. Blood should not be kept at room temperature, dextrose causes hemolysis, and vital signs are checked before, at 15 minutes, and after, not hourly.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a new prescription for furosemide. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Furosemide, a loop diuretic, can cause hypokalemia, so serum potassium must be monitored. Hemoglobin, glucose, and creatinine are less directly affected.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a history of stroke. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Unilateral arm weakness is typical post-stroke due to hemispheric brain damage. Bilateral weakness, fever, or abdominal pain are not specific to stroke.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving a continuous heparin infusion. Which of the following laboratory tests should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Partial thromboplastin time (PTT) monitors heparin's anticoagulant effect, ensuring therapeutic dosing. PT/INR is for warfarin, and platelet counts are monitored for heparin-induced thrombocytopenia.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a laminectomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Clear drainage from the surgical site may indicate a cerebrospinal fluid leak, requiring immediate provider notification. Pain, mild fever, and normal heart rate are expected.