ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Predictor Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has depression and reports, 'I'm feeling much better.' The client reports difficulty sleeping and frequent headaches. Which of the following findings indicate an adverse effect of the client's medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Difficulty sleeping is a potential adverse effect of fluoxetine, indicating the need for further evaluation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a cholecystectomy. Which of the following positions should the nurse place the client in to promote comfort?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Semi-Fowler's position promotes lung expansion and reduces pressure on the surgical site, enhancing comfort.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching the parents of a school-age child who has sickle cell anemia about managing the disease at home. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sudden, persistent headaches may indicate a stroke, a serious complication in sickle cell anemia, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who has a new ostomy. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Emptying the ostomy pouch when half full prevents leakage and maintains hygiene, a key instruction for ostomy care.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a history of chronic kidney disease. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hyperkalemia is common in chronic kidney disease due to impaired potassium excretion by the kidneys.