ATI RN
ATI RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Retake 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN). Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Checking blood glucose is essential with TPN due to high dextrose content, which can cause hyperglycemia. IV sites are changed per protocol, TPN requires central access, and weight is monitored daily.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for omeprazole. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Taking omeprazole at bedtime maximizes acid suppression overnight. Grapefruit juice is unrelated, nausea should be reported, and relief may take days, not be immediate.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a urinary tract infection and is receiving ciprofloxacin. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A vaginal yeast infection is a common side effect of ciprofloxacin due to altered flora, requiring provider notification for treatment. Tea-colored urine, cramping, and photosensitivity are less urgent or expected.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a total knee arthroplasty. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Applying a cold pack reduces swelling and pain post-knee arthroplasty. Dependent positioning increases edema, weight-bearing is per protocol, and stool softeners are secondary.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for insulin glargine. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Injecting insulin glargine into the thigh is correct, as it's a long-acting insulin given in subcutaneous sites like the thigh. Shaking the vial is incorrect, it's not taken before meals, and open vials can be stored for 28 days.