ATI RN
ATI RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Retake 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge instructions to a client who has a new prescription for haloperidol. Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse instruct the client to report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Shuffling gait, a sign of parkinsonism, is an extrapyramidal symptom of haloperidol, indicating potential tardive dyskinesia, a serious neurological condition requiring prompt reporting. Weight gain, dry mouth, and sedation are common side effects but not as critical as extrapyramidal symptoms.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a new diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Morning stiffness, lasting over 30 minutes, is a hallmark of rheumatoid arthritis due to joint inflammation. Pain is bilateral, fever may occur but is less specific, and weight loss is more common.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is in active labor. The nurse should notify the provider for which of the following findings?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Prolonged decelerations (>2 minutes) indicate potential fetal distress from causes like cord compression or placental insufficiency, requiring immediate provider notification. Moderate FHR variability is reassuring. Three contractions in 10 minutes is normal. A baseline FHR of 115/min is within the normal range (110-160 bpm).
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for levothyroxine. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Taking levothyroxine with a full glass of water prevents esophageal irritation and aids absorption. Antacids reduce absorption, grapefruit juice is unrelated, and weight loss, not gain, is expected.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is experiencing a seizure. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Moving objects away from the client prevents injury during a seizure. Supine positioning risks aspiration, tongue depressors cause harm, and restraining limbs increases injury risk.