ATI RN
ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing anaphylaxis. Which of the following medications should the nurse administer first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Epinephrine is the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis, rapidly reversing life-threatening symptoms like airway constriction.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving continuous IV infusion of magnesium sulfate. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Absent patellar reflexes indicate magnesium toxicity, a serious adverse effect requiring immediate reporting.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Increased thirst (polydipsia) is a classic symptom of type 1 diabetes due to hyperglycemia-induced dehydration.
Question 4 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 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is postoperative following a pancreaticoduodenectomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A temperature of 38.2°C may indicate infection, a serious postoperative complication requiring provider notification.