ATI RN
ATI RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Retake 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a history of epilepsy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Missing a dose of carbamazepine, an anticonvulsant, increases seizure risk, requiring provider notification. Metallic taste, seizure-free periods, or normal sleep are less urgent.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a total knee arthroplasty. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Swelling in the affected leg may indicate deep-vein thrombosis, requiring provider notification. Pain, mild fever, and normal heart rate are expected.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a history of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Chest pain, often burning, is typical in GERD due to acid reflux. Fever, weight gain, or diarrhea are not characteristic.
Extract:
Nurses' Notes
Vital Signs
Diagnostic Results
Day 1. 1400:
Client has paraplegia and reports, "I have had a cough the last few days.
I haven't had an appetite either." Denies nausea,. vomiting, or diarrhea.
Alert and oriented to person, place, and time.
Skin is intact.
Vital signs stable.
1830:
Client is experiencing tachycardia, productive cough, and confusion
Question 4 of 5
The client is at risk for ________ as evidenced by __________. Complete the following sentence by using the list of options.
| Hypostatic pneumonia. |
| Anemia. |
| Fluid volume overload. |
| Immobility. |
| Calorie deficiency. |
Correct Answer: A,D
Rationale: The client with paraplegia, cough, and reduced appetite is at risk for hypostatic pneumonia due to immobility, which impairs lung clearance and increases infection risk. Anemia, fluid overload, and calorie deficiency are not directly supported by the symptoms.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a cesarean birth. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Early ambulation post-cesarean prevents complications like thrombosis and promotes recovery. Supine positioning is not required, laxatives are per need, and heating pads are contraindicated due to infection risk.