ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is obtaining care for a clieture of a newborn. Which of the following sites should the nurse use?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Placing the head of the bed flat can help with positioning the newborn to prevent any breathing difficulties or aspiration.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing a panic attack. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Deep, slow breaths help reduce hyperventilation and calm the client during a panic attack.
Question 3 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: D
Rationale: Desmopressin reduces excessive urine output, and a cessation of nocturnal enuresis (bedwetting) indicates improved fluid balance and medication effectiveness.
Extract:
Nurses' Notes
0945:
Adult child accompanying parent reports cognitive and physical decline in the client, expressing concern over memory loss, thought processes, appetite, and self-care. Adult child states, "My sibling and I hired help at home for my parent. We thought that might help, but it has not. I found the title to the car today, signed over to me."
Client makes poor eye contact, speaks in a monotone voice, and has a lack of facial expression.
Client reports sleeping 7 hr a night and getting up "once or twice per night to go to the bathroom." Client reports not wanting to eat anymore. Client's child reports their parent has lost about 8 Ib in the past month.
1030:
Client found sitting in waiting room, head in hands. Client says, "Why don't you just leave me? I am of no use."
Question 4 of 5
Click to highlight the findings that require immediate follow-up.
| I found the title to the car today, signed over to me. |
| Client makes poor eye contact, speaks in a monotone voice, and has a lack of facial expression. |
| Client says, 'Why don't you just leave me? I am of no use.' |
| Client reports not wanting to eat anymore. Client's child reports their parent has lost about 8 Ib in the past month. |
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: These findings suggest significant cognitive decline, potential depression, and possible suicidal ideation, requiring immediate attention.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a bowel resection. Which of the following findings indicates a paralytic ileus?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Abdominal distention is a key sign of paralytic ileus due to impaired intestinal motility.