ATI RN
RN ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing information for a client who has a new prescription for simvastatin. For which of the following should the nurse instruct the client to monitor and report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Simvastatin can lead to muscle-related side effects, including myopathy and rhabdomyolysis, which can present as muscle weakness. Clients must report these symptoms to prevent serious complications.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing the fontanels of an 8-month-old infant. Which of the following findings should the nurse recognize as an expected finding?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The anterior fontanel typically remains open until around 12 to 18 months, allowing for brain growth.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing home recommendations with a client who is postoperative following knee surgery. Which of the following recommendations should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rubber-backed rugs prevent slips, enhancing safety for a client recovering from knee surgery.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to an older adult client about methods to promote nighttime sleep. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Consuming a light snack before bedtime can promote sleepiness, helping the client feel more comfortable and ready for sleep.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is suctioning the airway of a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation via an endotracheal tube. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication that the suctioning has been effective?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Decreased peak inspiratory pressure indicates a clearer airway, suggesting effective suctioning.