ATI RN
ATI RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Updated Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a newborn whose mother was taking methadone during her pregnancy. Which of the following findings indicates the newborn is experiencing withdrawal?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypertonicity is a common sign of neonatal withdrawal from opioids like methadone.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new diagnosis of epilepsy. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Avoiding swimming alone reduces the risk of injury during a seizure.
Question 3 of 5
A quality control nurse is reviewing medication prescriptions for a group of clients. Which of the following medication prescriptions should the nurse identify as being complete?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: This prescription is complete because it includes the medication name (Digoxin), the dosage (0.25 mg), the route (PO, meaning by mouth), and the frequency (daily).
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a partial nephrectomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A urine output of 30 mL/hr may indicate impaired renal function, requiring immediate follow-up.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for esomeprazole for gastroesophageal reflux disease. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Swallowing the capsule whole ensures proper release of esomeprazole in the stomach.