ATI RN
RN ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a 2-year-old toddler. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A nontender, protruding abdomen is normal in toddlers due to developing musculature.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is planning to administer vancomycin IV to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to reduce the risk of an adverse reaction to the vancomycin?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Administering vancomycin over 60 minutes minimizes infusion-related reactions like red man syndrome.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for a continuous passive motion (CPM) machine following a total knee arthroplasty. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Applying a cold pack during CPM use helps reduce swelling and pain, enhancing recovery.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a chest tube connected to a water seal drainage system. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Continuous bubbling in the water seal chamber indicates an air leak, which is a complication that requires immediate reporting to the provider.