ATI RN
ATI Clinical Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who has a new prescription for amitriptyline. Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor for? Which adverse effect should the nurse monitor for amitriptyline?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Amitriptyline can cause constipation due to anticholinergic effects. Other options are not typical.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who is postoperative following a lumbar laminectomy. Which of the following positions should the nurse encourage? Which position should the nurse encourage post-lumbar laminectomy?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Side-lying with knees bent reduces spinal strain. Other positions may increase discomfort or complications.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who has a new prescription for sertraline. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? What instructions should the nurse include for sertraline?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Taking sertraline at bedtime minimizes daytime drowsiness. Food, driving, or weight loss are not primary concerns.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who has a history of heart failure and is receiving furosemide. Which of the following laboratory results should the nurse monitor? Which lab result should the nurse monitor for furosemide?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Furosemide can cause hypokalemia, requiring potassium monitoring. Other electrolytes are less commonly affected.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who has a new prescription for atorvastatin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? What instructions should the nurse include for atorvastatin?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reporting muscle pain or weakness is critical due to potential myopathy. Morning dosing, vitamin K, or grapefruit juice are incorrect.