ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Predictor 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 caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of glaucoma. Which of the following medications should the nurse expect to administer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Latanoprost, a prostaglandin analog, reduces intraocular pressure in glaucoma by increasing aqueous humor outflow.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new diagnosis of epilepsy. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Avoiding driving until seizures are controlled ensures safety due to the risk of seizures while operating a vehicle.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client taking disulfiram who reports alcohol ingestion. For which adverse effect should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tinnitus is a specific adverse effect of disulfiram when alcohol is consumed, due to acetaldehyde accumulation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for a transdermal nitroglycerin patch. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Removing the patch for 10 to 12 hours daily prevents tolerance to nitroglycerin's effects.