ATI RN
ATI RN Capstone Proctored Comprehensive Assessment A Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 12 hr postoperative following a below-the-knee amputation. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Using an overbed trapeze promotes mobility and prevents skin breakdown. Air mattresses, frequent rewrapping, and less frequent turning are less optimal.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a newly licensed nurse about caring for a client who has neutropenia. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Monitoring temperature every 4 hours detects infections early. Clean technique, child visitors, and infrequent cleaning increase infection risk.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client how to care for his behind-the-ear hearing aids. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Disconnecting the battery preserves its life. Alcohol damages aids, battery replacement varies, and cotton swabs risk ear damage.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer naloxone IV bolus to a client who has opioid use disorder and has developed acute opioid toxicity. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Monitoring vitals every 15 minutes tracks opioid re-sedation. Naloxone is given over 2 minutes, acts in 1–2 minutes, and lasts 30–90 minutes.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has Crohn's disease. The nurse calculates that the client's BMI is 17.2. The nurse should document the client's weight status as being within which of the following categories?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A BMI below 18.5 is classified as underweight, fitting the client’s BMI of 17.2 due to Crohn’s-related malabsorption. Healthy weight is 18.5–24.9, overweight is 25.0–29.9, and obesity is 30.0+.