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 anemia. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fatigue is expected in anemia due to reduced oxygen-carrying capacity. Fever, hypertension, or weight gain are not typical.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for atorvastatin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reporting muscle pain is critical with atorvastatin, a statin, due to risk of rhabdomyolysis. It's taken at any time, grapefruit juice increases drug levels, and blood pressure is not affected.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a history of asthma. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Wheezing is expected in asthma due to airway constriction. Tachycardia, not bradycardia, is common, and fever or abdominal pain are not typical asthma symptoms.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a history of hyperthyroidism. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Heat intolerance is expected in hyperthyroidism due to increased metabolism. Weight loss, tachycardia, and restlessness, not fatigue, are typical.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has an electrolyte imbalance. Which of the following foods should the nurse include as the highest in potassium?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sweet potatoes are high in potassium (541 mg per medium serving), aiding electrolyte balance. Chicken, wheat bread, and canned green beans have lower potassium content (<300 mg per serving).