ATI RN
ATI RN Capstone Proctored Comprehensive Assessment A Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client following an involuntary admission to an acute mental health facility. The client states, 'I'm afraid they will give me drugs that put me to sleep.' Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Respecting the right to refuse medications reassures the client. Other responses dismiss concerns or disregard rights.
Question 2 of 5
A home health nurse is planning care for an older adult client who has vision loss and takes medications throughout the day. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Different-shaped lids help with medication adherence for vision loss. Rugs are hazardous, and monthly visits are insufficient.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is taking digoxin to treat chronic heart failure. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the client is developing digoxin toxicity?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Blurred vision is a sign of digoxin toxicity, along with nausea, arrhythmias, and halos. Tachycardia, hearing loss, and insomnia are not typical.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a client who has hypothyroidism. The client's calcium level is 7.6 mg/dL. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypocalcemia (7.6 mg/dL) causes muscle twitching due to neuromuscular excitability. Hypertension, bounding pulse, and hypoactive bowels are not expected.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a class of newly licensed nurses about infectious diseases that nurses are required to report to the health department. Which of the following diseases should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pulmonary tuberculosis is reportable due to its contagious nature. MRSA, herpes, and fibromyalgia are not typically reportable.