ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of tuberculosis. Which of the following precautions should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tuberculosis requires airborne precautions due to its transmission via respiratory droplets.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a unit of packed red blood cells (RBCs). Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Verifying the client's identity with another nurse ensures safe administration and prevents transfusion errors.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following an appendectomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Redness and warmth at the incision site suggest infection, requiring immediate reporting.
Extract:
Nurses' Notes
Provider Prescriptions
Laboratory Results
Prior Day Intake and Output
Graphic Record
Nurses' Notes
0800:
A client who has bipolar disorder is admitted to the inpatient psychiatric unit. During the morning assessment, the client reports blurred vision and an increase in urine output. It is noted that the client is having clonic jerking of upper extremities. Provider notified and laboratory tests ordered. Skin is warm and dry without rash.
Question 4 of 5
Complete the following sentence by using the lists of options. The nurse understands that the patient has likely developed ___ and will need to be monitored for ___ .
| neuroleptic malignant syndrome |
| metabolic syndrome |
| urinary tract infection |
| lithium toxicity |
| symptoms of infection |
| blood glucose levels |
| seizure activity |
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The nurse understands that the patient has likely developed lithium toxicity and will need to be monitored for seizure activity. Elevated lithium levels and symptoms indicate toxicity.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing a panic attack. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Deep, slow breaths help reduce hyperventilation and calm the client during a panic attack.