ATI RN
ATI RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Retake 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a school-age child who is 4 hr postoperative following appendicitis. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Scheduled analgesics for the first 24 hours manage postoperative pain effectively, promoting recovery and comfort. Clear liquids at 6 hours are appropriate but less critical than pain control. Warm compresses aren't standard for appendicitis. Cromolyn is for asthma, not postoperative care.
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.
Question 3 of 5
A hospice nurse is visiting with the son of a client who has terminal cancer. The son reports sleeping very little during the past week due to caring for his mother. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Offering respite care information provides practical support, allowing the son temporary relief from caregiving to rest, addressing his sleep deprivation. General empathy doesn't solve the issue. Suggesting sleeping pills requires a provider's assessment. Praise is supportive but doesn't address the immediate need.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for citalopram. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reporting suicidal thoughts is critical with citalopram, an SSRI, due to increased risk early in treatment. It's taken in the morning, tyramine is unrelated, and mood improvement takes weeks.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving chemotherapy. The client reports nausea. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Administering an antiemetic directly addresses chemotherapy-induced nausea. High-protein diets, citrus beverages, or deep breathing may not effectively manage nausea in this context.