ATI RN
ATI RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Updated Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has an implanted venous access port. Which of the following should the nurse use to access the port?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A noncoring needle is designed to access venous access ports without damaging the port.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for tamoxifen for breast cancer. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Leg pain or swelling may indicate a blood clot, a serious side effect of tamoxifen.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving a continuous IV infusion of propofol for sedation. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Propofol can cause respiratory depression, so frequent respiratory monitoring is essential.
Extract:
Vital Signs
History and Physical
Nurses' Notes
Day 1,0900:
Admission:
Temperature 38.4° C (101.1°F)
Heart rate 92/min
Respiratory rate 18/min
Blood pressure 130/78 mm Hg
Pre-pregnancy BMI 27.6 Current BMI 29.9
Question 4 of 5
Click to highlight the findings that require follow-up.
| preterm spontaneous vaginal birth at 30 weeks gestation |
| Uterine contractions every 8 minutes, palpate strong, duration 30 seconds |
| minimal variability |
| Cervical exam indicates 2 cm, 50% effaced, 0 station |
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: Previous preterm birth, contractions, minimal variability, and cervical changes indicate preterm labor risk requiring follow-up.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
While performing a routine assessment, a nurse notices fraying on the electrical cord of a client's continuous passive motion (CPM) device. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Removing the device from the room ensures the client's safety, preventing potential harm from faulty equipment.