ATI RN
RN ATI Capstone Proctored Comprehensive Assessment Form B Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for spironolactone and reports that they forgot to tell the provider that they take over-the-counter supplements. The nurse should instruct the client to avoid which of the following supplements?
Correct Answer: Spironolactone is potassium-sparing; potassium supplements can cause hyperkalemia. Iron, calcium, and magnesium are not contraindicated.
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Question 2 of 5
A nurse in an acute mental health facility is teaching a client about the potential adverse effects of transcranial magnetic stimulation. The nurse tells the client that they may feel lightheaded, but that it should not affect their memory. The nurse is demonstrating which of the following ethical principles?
Correct Answer: Providing truthful information about TMS effects demonstrates veracity. Fidelity, beneficence, and autonomy are not directly shown.
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Question 3 of 5
A charge nurse observes smoke coming from a trash receptacle in the unit's waiting room. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: Evacuating clients ensures their safety, the top priority in a fire. Alarms, extinguishers, and containment follow.
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Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is postoperative following orthopedic surgery. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication of paralytic ileus?
Correct Answer: Abdominal distention indicates paralytic ileus due to gas and fluid accumulation. Watery stool, dizziness, and oliguria are not typical.
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Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who is at 20 weeks of gestation about how to manage heartburn. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: Herbal teas like chamomile can soothe heartburn. High-fat snacks, carbonated drinks, and lying down post-meals worsen symptoms.
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