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 postoperative following a bowel resection. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Splinting the incision when coughing reduces strain and pain post-bowel resection. Supine positioning is not required, laxatives depend on bowel function, and warm compresses are contraindicated.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving chemotherapy. The client reports nausea. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Administering an antiemetic directly addresses chemotherapy-induced nausea. High-protein diets, citrus beverages, or deep breathing may not effectively manage nausea in this context.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a history of anemia. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fatigue is expected in anemia due to reduced oxygen-carrying capacity. Fever, hypertension, or weight gain are not typical.
Question 4 of 5
The provider has admitted the client to the inpatient obstetrics unit and written prescriptions based on the client's condition. The action the nurse should take first is Select from Options 1 followed by Select from Options 1.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Evaluating the fetal heart rate tracing is the priority to assess fetal well-being in preeclampsia, guiding further interventions. Urine collection, medications, and catheterization follow based on fetal status.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has asthma and a new prescription for a metered-dose inhaler. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Shaking the inhaler before use ensures proper medication dispersion. Holding breath for 10 seconds is ideal, hourly use risks overuse, and cleaning is done with water, not soap, per manufacturer guidelines.