ATI RN
ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has depressive disorder. The client states, 'Everyone would be better off if I were not around.' Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Directly asking about suicidal thoughts assesses the client's risk, prioritizing their safety and guiding further interventions.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client whose partner died in a fire that destroyed their home. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Assessing for self-harm thoughts prioritizes the client's safety, given the traumatic loss and emotional distress.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for warfarin. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to administer if the client experiences bleeding?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Vitamin K reverses the anticoagulant effects of warfarin, helping to control bleeding by promoting clotting factor synthesis.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing a panic attack. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Encouraging slow, deep breaths helps reduce hyperventilation and promotes relaxation during a panic attack.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a recent diagnosis of a terminal illness. The nurse should identify which of the following as an indication of hopelessness?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Making funeral arrangements can indicate hopelessness, as it suggests the client is preparing for death and may feel there is no chance for recovery.