ATI PN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 - Exam 1

Extract:

Question 1 of 5

A nurse is assisting with postmortem care for a client who was a devout follower of Islam. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A. Allow a family member of the client to stay with the client's body until burialB. Position the client's head toward MeccaC. Allow a family member to stay with the client's body for 8 hrD. Position the client's head northward

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Positioning the head toward Mecca respects Islamic burial customs. Family presence varies by preference, not a fixed 8 hr, and northward positioning isn't specific to Islam.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for levothyroxine. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?

A. Take this medication with foodB. You might experience weight gainC. You should take this medication at the same time each dayD. You can expect immediate relief from fatigue

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Consistent timing optimizes levothyroxine's effect. It's taken empty stomach, causes weight loss, and relief takes weeks.

Extract:

A nurse is assisting with the care of a client. Laboratory Results
1100:
Abdominal ultrasound: mass present in small intestine proximal to ileocecal valve. Size of mass is 6 cm x 7 cm (2.4 in x 2.8 in).

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is assisting with the care of a client. Laboratory Results 1100: Abdominal ultrasound: mass present in small intestine proximal to ileocecal valve. Size of mass is 6 cm x 7 cm (2.4 in x 2.8 in). Select the 4 responsibilities the nurse has in relation to the client's advance directives.

A. Provide the client with written information about advance directivesB. Instruct the client that an advance directive is a legal document and must be honored by care providersC. Initiate a power of attorney for health care documentD. Communicate advance directives status via the medical record and shift reportE. Document that the provider discussed-do-not-resuscitate status with the clientF. Inform the client that an advance directive discontinues further care

Correct Answer: A,B,C,D

Rationale: A: Educating with written info is key. B: Explaining its legal status ensures understanding. C: Initiating a power of attorney aids proxy designation. D: Communication ensures care continuity. E is specific to DNR, not broad directives, and F is falseâ€”directives guide, not stop, care.

Extract:

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving oxygen via nasal cannula at 2 L/min. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A. Apply petroleum jelly to the client's naresB. Ensure the tubing is free from kinksC. Place the client in a supine positionD. Secure the cannula with adhesive tape to the client's cheeks

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Kink-free tubing ensures oxygen flow. Petroleum risks aspiration, supine isn't needed, and taping varies.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for gabapentin. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?

A. You might experience drowsinessB. Take this medication with an antacidC. You should expect immediate pain reliefD. You can stop this medication abruptly

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Gabapentin causes drowsiness. Antacids reduce absorption, relief takes time, and tapering prevents withdrawal.

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