ATI RN
RN ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing expressive aphasia and right hemiparesis following a stroke. Which of the following actions by the nurse best promotes communication among staff caring for the client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Regular interdisciplinary meetings foster collaborative communication, ensuring cohesive care for clients with communication barriers.
Question 2 of 5
A home health nurse is assessing a client who has amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and has had recent weight loss. Which of the following is the priority admission data for the nurse to obtain?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Swallowing ability is critical in ALS due to dysphagia, which can cause weight loss and aspiration risk.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation and has an endotracheal tube in place. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to reduce the risk of ventilator-associated pneumonia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Providing oral care with chlorhexidine solution reduces the risk of ventilator-associated pneumonia by decreasing oral bacterial colonization.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of schizophrenia and a prescription for an antipsychotic medication. The nurse should recognize that which of the following indicates an adverse effect that must be reported to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A shuffling gait indicates possible extrapyramidal symptoms, such as Parkinsonism, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching for a client who has a new implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD). Which of the following client statements demonstrates understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Wearing loose clothing prevents irritation at the ICD site, demonstrating understanding.