ATI RN
ATI RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Updated Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving a continuous IV infusion of midazolam for sedation. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Midazolam can cause respiratory depression, so frequent respiratory monitoring is essential.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a suspected myocardial infarction. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chest pain radiating to the left arm is a classic symptom of myocardial infarction.
Extract:
Vital Signs
Diagnostic results
1330:
Temperature 36.8° C (98.2° F)
Heart rate 88/min
Respiratory rate 16/min
BP 110/64 mm Hg
Oxygen saturation 96% on oxygen 3 L/min via simple face mask
1345:
Temperature 37° C (98.6° F)
Heart rate 112/min
Respiratory rate 20/min
BP 108/60 mm Hg
Oxygen saturation 94% on oxygen 3 L/min via simple face mask
1400:
Temperature 38.3° C (101° F)
Heart rate 152/min
Respiratory rate 26/min
BP 90/54 mm Hg
Question 3 of 5
For each assessment finding, click to specify if the finding is consistent with malignant hyperthermia, latex allergy, or hypovolemic shock.
| Options | Malignant hyperthermia | Latex allergy | Hypovolemic shock |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hypercapnia | |||
| Wheezes | |||
| Urticaria | |||
| Tachycardia | |||
| Muscle rigidity |
Correct Answer: A,C,A,B,C
Rationale: Hypercapnia and muscle rigidity are consistent with malignant hyperthermia, wheezes and urticaria with latex allergy, and tachycardia with all three.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving a continuous IV infusion of magnesium sulfate for preterm labor. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Absent deep tendon reflexes indicate magnesium toxicity, requiring immediate intervention.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving a continuous heparin infusion. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The aPTT is used to monitor the therapeutic effect of heparin.