ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Predictor Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has a prescription for a bowel-training program following a spinal cord injury. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A cathartic suppository stimulates bowel movement, aiding the bowel-training program for clients with spinal cord injuries.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who has a new colostomy. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Using a mild soap to cleanse around the stoma prevents irritation and maintains skin integrity.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is at 14 weeks of gestation about findings to report to the provider. Which of the following findings should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Swelling of the face during pregnancy can indicate preeclampsia, a serious condition requiring immediate medical evaluation due to risks of high blood pressure and organ damage.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a newborn who is 12 hr old. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Jaundice on the face within the first 24 hours may indicate pathological jaundice, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for amitriptyline for depression. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Amitriptyline can cause drowsiness and blurred vision, so avoiding driving until side effects are known ensures safety.