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 chronic kidney disease. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Anemia is expected in chronic kidney disease due to decreased erythropoietin production. Hyperkalemia, decreased urine output, and hypertension are more common.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is working with a client who has an anxiety disorder and is in the orientation phase of the therapeutic relationship. Which of the following statements should the nurse make during this phase?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: During the orientation phase, establishing roles and expectations sets the foundation for a therapeutic relationship. Teaching relaxation exercises, discussing stress responses, or resources are more appropriate in later phases after trust is built.
Extract:
The nurse is continuing to care for the client.
Vital Signs.
Day 1, 0900:. Temperature (oral) 36.9° C (98.4° F). Heart rate 72/min.
Respiratory rate 16/min.
BP 162/112 mm Hg. Day 1, 0930:. Oxygen saturation 97% on room air.
Temperature (oral) 37.1° C (98.8° F). Heart rate 84/min.
Respiratory rate 18/min.
BP 166/110 mm Hg. Oxygen saturation 99% on room air.
Question 3 of 5
Drag words from the choices below to fill in each blank in the following. sentence The client is at greatest risk for developing Target 1 and Target 2. Conditions.
Correct Answer: C,E
Rationale: High blood pressure, proteinuria, and headache at 31 weeks gestation indicate preeclampsia, risking seizures and heart failure due to cardiovascular strain. Abruption, insufficiency, and hypoglycemia are less directly supported.
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Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a cholecystectomy and reports pain. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Administering prescribed morphine addresses postoperative pain effectively, as it's a potent analgesic for moderate to severe pain. A back rub or repositioning may provide comfort but is less effective for surgical pain. A heating pad is contraindicated post-cholecystectomy due to risk of bleeding or tissue damage.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for levothyroxine. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Taking levothyroxine with a full glass of water prevents esophageal irritation and aids absorption. Antacids reduce absorption, grapefruit juice is unrelated, and weight loss, not gain, is expected.