ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing a seizure. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Positioning the client on their side prevents aspiration and maintains airway patency.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is postoperative following a lumbar laminectomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report immediately?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Numbness in the lower extremities may indicate nerve compression or hematoma, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for prednisone about potential side effects. Which of the following should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Prednisone suppresses the immune system, increasing infection risk; monitoring is essential.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of gout. Which of the following dietary recommendations should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Purine-rich foods increase uric acid levels, worsening gout; limiting them is essential.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to prevent ventilator-associated pneumonia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Oral care every 4 hours reduces bacterial growth in the oral cavity, decreasing the risk of pneumonia.