ATI RN
ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Exit exam A Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a craniotomy and reports a headache. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Assessing the severity of the headache is the first step to determine if it indicates a serious complication like increased intracranial pressure. Administering analgesics (
A), elevating the bed (
B), or applying compresses should follow based on the assessment.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for losartan. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dizziness is a common side effect of losartan due to blood pressure lowering. Weight gain is not typical. Morning dosing is not required; timing varies. Dry mouth is rare.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a below-the-knee amputation. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B,C
Rationale: Wrapping the residual limb with an elastic bandage reduces edema and shapes the limb for a prosthesis, and lying prone for 30 minutes daily prevents hip flexor contractures. Elevation may increase edema long-term; it's controversial. Diuretics are not routinely used for limb edema.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for ciprofloxacin. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B,C
Rationale: Diarrhea and photosensitivity are common side effects of ciprofloxacin, a fluoroquinolone. Milk reduces absorption; water is preferred. Bedtime dosing is not necessary; timing depends on the prescription.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a coronary artery bypass graft. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A temperature of 38.6°C suggests infection, requiring provider notification. Pain rated 3/10 (
A), serous drainage (
B), and heart rate of 88/min are normal post-op findings.