ATI RN
ATI RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Retake 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing an in-service for a group of nurses about malpractice issues in nursing. Which of the following examples should the nurse include in the teaching as an example of malpractice?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Administering potassium via IV bolus is malpractice because it can cause fatal arrhythmias; potassium should be diluted and infused slowly. A clamped nasogastric tube may cause aspiration but is less severe. Using a fall risk bracelet is standard practice. Documenting provider communication is appropriate and not malpractice.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a thyroidectomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tingling around the mouth indicates hypocalcemia, a risk post-thyroidectomy due to parathyroid gland damage, requiring immediate reporting. Hoarseness and pain are expected, and a calcium level of 9.0 mg/dL is normal.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about advance directives with a client who has end-stage heart failure. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Discussing advance directives with family ensures wishes are understood, showing understanding. Directives can be changed, a partner's presence isn't required, and notarization isn't needed for validity.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for prednisone. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reporting signs of infection is critical with prednisone, a corticosteroid, due to immunosuppression. Nervousness requires monitoring, it's taken with food, and calcium intake should increase to prevent osteoporosis.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving a continuous IV infusion of vancomycin. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Redness at the IV site indicates phlebitis or extravasation, requiring provider notification with vancomycin, which is irritating to veins. Normal creatinine, urine output, and blood pressure are not urgent.