ATI RN
RN ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Polyuria is a classic symptom of type 1 diabetes due to osmotic diuresis from elevated blood glucose levels.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is prescribed a low-sodium diet for hypertension. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fresh strawberries are naturally low in sodium, making them suitable for a low-sodium diet.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is prescribed a low-potassium diet for chronic kidney disease. Which of the following foods should the nurse instruct the client to avoid?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bananas are high in potassium, which should be avoided in a low-potassium diet to prevent hyperkalemia in chronic kidney disease.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who has heart failure. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Daily weight monitoring helps detect fluid retention, an early sign of worsening heart failure, allowing for timely intervention.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who reports a headache and has a history of a peptic ulcer. Which of the following medications should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Acetaminophen is an analgesic that does not have the gastrointestinal side effects associated with NSAIDs. It is a safer option for clients with a history of peptic ulcers, as it does not irritate the stomach lining and can effectively relieve headache pain without exacerbating ulcer-related complications.