ATI RN
ATI RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Retake 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing preoperative teaching to a client about the administration of morphine via a PCA pump. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The statement 'I will receive a limited amount of pain medication when I press the button' shows understanding, as PCA pumps deliver controlled doses with lockout intervals to prevent overdose. The pump doesn't increase overdose risk, has limits on frequency, and only the patient should press the button.
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 with a client who has a new prescription for sertraline. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Reporting suicidal thoughts is critical with sertraline, an SSRI, due to increased risk early in treatment. It's taken flexibly, mood improvement takes weeks, and tyramine is unrelated.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for insulin aspart. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Storing insulin aspart in the refrigerator maintains potency. It's taken 5-10 minutes before meals, shaking is incorrect, and it's clear, not cloudy.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for venlafaxine. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reporting increased sweating is important with venlafaxine, an SNRI, as it's a common side effect. Antacids are unrelated, mood improvement takes weeks, and stopping abruptly risks withdrawal.