ATI RN
ATI RN Capstone Proctored Comprehensive Assessment A Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 3-year-old toddler who has dehydration. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A heart rate of 148/min indicates tachycardia, suggesting worsening dehydration. Potassium, respiratory rate, and sodium are normal.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is inserting a short peripheral IV catheter for a client who requires IV fluids. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Selecting a proximal site maintains vein integrity. Dominant arm, palmar wrist, and larger catheters increase complications.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for oral prednisone about minimizing the adverse effects of the medication. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Walking reduces osteoporosis risk from prednisone. Taking on an empty stomach, using aspirin, or reducing doses during stress are incorrect.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is taking disulfiram for alcohol use disorder and reports ingestion of alcohol. For which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Disulfiram-alcohol reaction causes headache, nausea, and flushing due to acetaldehyde buildup. Insomnia, tinnitus, and hypertension are not typical.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for levothyroxine (T4) about thyrotoxicosis. The nurse should instruct the client to monitor and report which of the following findings?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fever indicates thyrotoxicosis from excess thyroid hormone. Weight gain, bradycardia, and drowsiness suggest hypothyroidism.