ATI RN
RN ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a suspected myocardial infarction. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Obtaining a 12-lead ECG is the priority to confirm the diagnosis of myocardial infarction and guide treatment.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse on a medical-surgical unit is planning care for assigned clients. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take to demonstrate effective time management of the clients?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Completing activities for one client before moving to the next minimizes task-switching, enhancing efficiency.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has end-stage kidney disease. The client's adult child asks the nurse about becoming a living kidney donor for their parent. Which of the following conditions in the child's medical history should the nurse identify as a contraindication to the procedure?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hypertension increases surgical risks and affects long-term health with one kidney.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to an older adult client who has a seizure disorder and a new prescription for phenytoin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Taking phenytoin with food reduces gastrointestinal side effects and improves absorption.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse in a long-term care facility is admitting a client who has dementia. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to reduce the risk for client injury?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Frequent toileting prevents accidents and maintains dignity, reducing injury risk.