ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Predictor Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a mastectomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to promote arm mobility?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Range-of-motion exercises promote circulation and prevent stiffness in the affected arm post-mastectomy.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical records of four clients. The nurse should identify which of the following client findings that requires follow-up care.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: An INR of 1.8 is subtherapeutic for warfarin, indicating inadequate anticoagulation, requiring follow-up to adjust the dose.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of glaucoma. Which of the following medications should the nurse expect to administer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Latanoprost, a prostaglandin analog, reduces intraocular pressure in glaucoma by increasing aqueous humor outflow.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is taking antihypertensive medication and is moving from a supine to a sitting position. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the client is experiencing orthostatic hypotension?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A systolic blood pressure drop of 25 mm Hg indicates orthostatic hypotension, a common side effect of antihypertensives.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has given informed consent for electroconvulsive therapy. Just before the procedure, the client tells the nurse she is considering not going forward with the treatment. Which of the following statements by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Respecting the client's autonomy, the nurse should affirm her right to refuse treatment, even after consent.