ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Predictor Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for a low-sodium diet due to hypertension. Which of the following food choices should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fresh strawberries are naturally low in sodium, making them suitable for a low-sodium diet.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation and has a tracheostomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ensuring tracheostomy ties are secure but not too tight prevents dislodgement while maintaining airway safety.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has rheumatoid arthritis about illness management. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A hot shower in the morning reduces joint stiffness, improving mobility for clients with rheumatoid arthritis.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a 24-month-old toddler at a well-child checkup. Which finding indicates developmental delay?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Falling when throwing a ball overhand suggests a delay in motor coordination, expected by 24 months.
Question 5 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.