ATI RN
ATI RN Capstone Proctored Comprehensive Assessment A Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who is undergoing brachytherapy with a low-dose radiation implant. Which of the following interventions should the nurse add to the client's plan of care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Instructing family to stay 1 m away minimizes radiation exposure. Removing linens, strict bed rest, and 2-hour visits are incorrect.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the results of laboratory screenings for a 9-month-old infant. Which of the following results should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A lead level of 18 mcg/dL is elevated (≥5 mcg/dL is concerning) and risks neurological damage. Other values are normal for a 9-month-old.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who is pregnant about nonstress testing. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pushing a button during fetal movement correlates with heart rate in nonstress tests. Dietary restrictions, oxytocin, and genetic testing are incorrect.
Question 4 of 5
While a nurse is caring for a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation via an endotracheal tube, the high-pressure alarm on the ventilator sounds. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A high-pressure alarm suggests airway obstruction, often from secretions. Suctioning clears the airway. Leaks or loose connections cause low-pressure alarms.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client how to care for his behind-the-ear hearing aids. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Disconnecting the battery preserves its life. Alcohol damages aids, battery replacement varies, and cotton swabs risk ear damage.