ATI RN
ATI RN Capstone Proctored Comprehensive Assessment A Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to insert an indwelling urinary catheter for a female client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Positioning the client first ensures optimal exposure for catheter insertion. Lubrication, syringe attachment, and cleansing follow.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching the parents of a school-age child who has sickle cell anemia about managing the disease at home. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Headaches may indicate stroke, a sickle cell complication. Fluid restriction, cold compresses, and avoiding vaccines worsen outcomes.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a 24-month-old toddler at a well-child checkup. Which of the following findings indicates to the nurse that the toddler has a developmental delay?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Referring to self by name at 24 months suggests a language delay; pronouns like 'I' or 'me' are expected. Other findings are age-appropriate.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse at a health department is providing anticipatory guidance to the parent of a 1-month-old infant. The nurse should inform the parent that the infant should receive which of the following immunizations at the age of 2 months?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rotavirus vaccine is given at 2 months. Influenza starts at 6 months, hepatitis A at 12–23 months, and varicella at 12–15 months.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for sertraline to treat depression. For which of the following findings should the nurse instruct the client to monitor and report immediately as indicating serotonin syndrome?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Excessive sweating signals serotonin syndrome, a serious condition. Dry mouth, constipation, and insomnia are common side effects.