ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is planning to delegate the fasting blood glucose testing for a client who has diabetes mellitus to an assistive personnel (AP). Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Determining if the AP has the skills to perform the test ensures safe and accurate delegation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a hysterectomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A temperature of 38.7°C suggests infection, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is admitting an older adult client who is transferring from another facility. The nurse notes pressure ulcers on the client's coccyx and abrasions around both wrists. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to address suspicions of elder abuse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Privately interviewing the client is the first step in assessing the possibility of elder abuse and gathering detailed information.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of epilepsy and is prescribed phenytoin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Phenytoin can cause gingival hyperplasia; gentle brushing helps prevent gum damage.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a suspected pulmonary embolism. Which of the following findings should the nurse report immediately?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sudden dyspnea is a critical sign of pulmonary embolism, requiring immediate reporting.