ATI RN
RN ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to perform a sterile dressing change. Which of the following actions should the nurse take when setting up the sterile field?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Placing the cap sterile side up minimizes contamination risk, maintaining the sterile field's integrity.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN). Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: TPN contains high glucose concentrations, so checking blood glucose every 4 to 6 hours is necessary to monitor for hyperglycemia.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is developing a plan of care for a client who has schizophrenia and is experiencing auditory hallucinations. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Asking the client about their auditory hallucinations validates their experience and helps the nurse understand their perceptions to develop coping strategies.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for warfarin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C,D
Rationale: Warfarin increases bleeding risk. Reporting unusual bleeding allows early intervention, and avoiding aspirin, an NSAID, prevents increased bleeding risk.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is performing a skin assessment on a client who has dark skin. Which of the following locations on the client's body should the nurse observe to assess for jaundice?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The sclera is the most reliable area to assess for jaundice, showing yellowing clearly regardless of skin tone.