ATI RN
ATI Clinical Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who frequently tries to remove his IV catheter. A family member asks the nurse to apply restraints. What should the nurse's response be? What should the nurse respond to a request for restraints?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Covering the catheter reduces the urge to remove it, prioritizing autonomy. Restraints are a last resort; waiting or applying immediately is inappropriate.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who has a new prescription for prednisone. Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor for? Which adverse effect should the nurse monitor for prednisone?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Prednisone can cause weight gain due to fluid retention and increased appetite. Other options are not typical.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult patient with left-sided heart failure. What assessment findings should the nurse expect? What finding should the nurse expect in left-sided heart failure?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Frothy sputum indicates pulmonary edema, common in left-sided heart failure. Other findings are right-sided.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who is postoperative following a knee arthroscopy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? Which action should the nurse take post-knee arthroscopy?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Elevating the leg reduces swelling and promotes comfort. Warm compress, dependent position, or immediate weight-bearing are inappropriate.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who has a new prescription for enalapril. Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor for? Which adverse effect should the nurse monitor for enalapril?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Enalapril can cause a dry cough due to ACE inhibitor effects. Other options are not typical.