ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Predictor Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a total hip arthroplasty. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to prevent dislocation?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Placing a pillow between the legs maintains abduction, preventing dislocation of the hip prosthesis.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a cholecystectomy. Which of the following positions should the nurse place the client in to promote comfort?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Semi-Fowler's position promotes lung expansion and reduces pressure on the surgical site, enhancing comfort.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 12 hr postpartum and has a third-degree perineal laceration. The client reports not having a bowel movement for 4 days. Which of the following medications should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Magnesium hydroxide, an oral osmotic laxative, softens stool without interfering with the perineal laceration's healing.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a female client who requests a contraceptive diaphragm. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Assessing the client's baseline knowledge about diaphragm use is the first step to tailor teaching effectively and ensure understanding.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving a unit of packed RBCs. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Verifying the client's identity with another nurse ensures the right patient receives the transfusion, preventing transfusion errors.