ATI RN
ATI RN Capstone Proctored Comprehensive Assessment A Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for spironolactone and reports that he forgot to tell the provider that he takes over-the-counter supplements. The nurse should instruct the client to avoid which of the following supplements?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Spironolactone, a potassium-sparing diuretic, risks hyperkalemia. Avoiding potassium supplements is critical. Other supplements are not contraindicated.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer naloxone IV bolus to a client who has opioid use disorder and has developed acute opioid toxicity. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Monitoring vitals every 15 minutes tracks opioid re-sedation. Naloxone is given over 2 minutes, acts in 1–2 minutes, and lasts 30–90 minutes.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who is 1 day postoperative following a right modified radical mastectomy. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ball squeezing exercises promote circulation and prevent lymphedema. Avoiding arm use, deodorant, or wire bras risks complications.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has generalized anxiety disorder about ways to help manage stress. Which of the following instructions should the nurse give the client about using progressive relaxation?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Progressive relaxation involves tightening and releasing muscles to reduce stress. Other options describe imagery or cognitive techniques.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has Crohn's disease. The nurse calculates that the client's BMI is 17.2. The nurse should document the client's weight status as being within which of the following categories?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A BMI below 18.5 is classified as underweight, fitting the client’s BMI of 17.2 due to Crohn’s-related malabsorption. Healthy weight is 18.5–24.9, overweight is 25.0–29.9, and obesity is 30.0+.