ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Predictor Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN). Which of the following laboratory findings should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Serum potassium should be monitored, as TPN can cause electrolyte imbalances, including hyper- or hypokalemia.
Question 2 of 5
A client with a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is admitted with pneumonia. Vital signs include: heart rate 122 beats/minute, respiratory rate 28 breaths/minute, and blood pressure 170/90 mmHg. Which assessment finding warrants the most immediate intervention by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Shortness of breath on exertion indicates respiratory distress, requiring immediate intervention to prevent respiratory failure.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a thyroidectomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse monitor for as a sign of hypocalcemia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Numbness around the mouth is a sign of hypocalcemia, which can occur post-thyroidectomy due to parathyroid gland damage.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client who has schizophrenia. The client states, 'I'm hearing voices.' Which of the following responses is the priority for the nurse to state?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Asking what the voices are saying assesses potential harm, as they may instruct dangerous behaviors, prioritizing client safety.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for a low-sodium diet due to hypertension. Which of the following food choices should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fresh strawberries are naturally low in sodium, making them suitable for a low-sodium diet.