ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 4
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for digoxin. Which of the following findings should the nurse report immediately?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An apical pulse below 60/min indicates bradycardia, a sign of digoxin toxicity, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 2 of 4
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for ipratropium via inhaler. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rinsing the mouth after ipratropium use prevents local irritation and systemic absorption.
Question 3 of 4
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a hysterectomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A temperature of 38.7°C suggests infection, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 4 of 4
A nurse is assessing a client who has a new diagnosis of Addison's disease. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Addison's disease causes adrenal insufficiency, leading to hyperkalemia due to reduced aldosterone.
Question 5 of 4
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for levodopa-carbidopa for Parkinson's disease. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Levodopa-carbidopa can cause orthostatic hypotension; avoiding sudden position changes prevents falls.