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 dopamine. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Infiltration can cause tissue damage with dopamine, requiring immediate intervention.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is conducting health promotion education regarding contraindications to combination oral contraceptive use to a group of women. Which of the following conditions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hypertension is a contraindication because it increases the risk of cardiovascular complications when using combination oral contraceptives.
Extract:
Nurses’ Notes
Vital signs
Laboratory results
Day 2, 0800:
Client rates lower back pain a 0 on a scale from 0 to 10. No reports of vaginal discharge. Membranes intact.
No uterine contractions noted.
FHR baseline 138, minimal variability.
Cervical exam indicates 2 cm, 50% effaced, 0 station. No further reports of burning with urination.
Question 3 of 5
Click to highlight the findings that indicate improvement in the client's condition.
| Client rates lower back pain a 0 on a scale from 0 to 10. |
| No reports of vaginal discharge. |
| No uterine contractions noted. |
| No further reports of burning with urination. |
| WBC 12,000/mm2 (5,000 to 10,000/mm3) |
| Temperature 37.1°C (98.7°F) |
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,E,F
Rationale: Resolved pain, discharge, contractions, burning, lower WBC, and normal temperature indicate improvement.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
For each potential provider's prescription, click to specify if the potential prescription is anticipated or unanticipated for the client.
| Options | Anticipated | Unanticipated |
|---|---|---|
| Administer oxytocin | ||
| Administer terbutaline | ||
| Administer betamethasone | ||
| Maintain bed rest with bathroom privileges | ||
| Limit fluid intake to 3,000 mL/day | ||
| Place client in supine position |
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: Terbutaline, betamethasone, and bed rest are anticipated for preterm labor, while oxytocin, fluid restriction, and supine position are unanticipated.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving a blood transfusion. Which of the following actions should the nurse take if the client develops a transfusion reaction?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Stopping the transfusion immediately prevents further exposure to the allergen causing the reaction.