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 pancreatitis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Epigastric pain, radiating to the back, is typical in pancreatitis due to pancreatic inflammation. Pain is not in the right lower quadrant, diarrhea is less common, and fever may occur but is less specific.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a 5-year-old child who has diabetes insipidus and is receiving desmopressin. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication that the medication is effective?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cessation of nocturnal enuresis indicates desmopressin is reducing excessive urination, a key symptom of diabetes insipidus. Heart rate, capillary refill, and hypoglycemia are unrelated to desmopressin's action on water balance.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has pneumonia and tells the nurse, 'I feel like an elephant is sitting on my chest.' The client is weak and unable to walk. After the nurse initiates chest pain protocol, which of the following is the priority diagnostic test?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A 12-lead ECG is the priority to assess for cardiac causes of chest pain, like myocardial infarction, given the client's description of heavy chest pressure. PT/INR, serum potassium, and chest x-ray are secondary, as cardiac issues are life-threatening and require immediate evaluation.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has bipolar disorder and is experiencing mania. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Disorganized speech is expected in mania, reflecting rapid, pressured thoughts. Hypersomnia, flat affect, and weight gain are more associated with depression, not mania.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for ipratropium. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rinsing the mouth after ipratropium, an inhaler, prevents oral irritation or infection. It's used per schedule, relief is not immediate, and it's not taken with food.