ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Predictor Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client about the adverse effects of sertraline. Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Excessive sweating is a common adverse effect of sertraline, a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of glaucoma. Which of the following medications should the nurse expect to administer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Latanoprost, a prostaglandin analog, reduces intraocular pressure in glaucoma by increasing aqueous humor outflow.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client taking digoxin for chronic heart failure. Which finding indicates digoxin toxicity?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Blurred vision is a hallmark sign of digoxin toxicity, requiring prompt medical attention.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client taking disulfiram who reports alcohol ingestion. For which adverse effect should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tinnitus is a specific adverse effect of disulfiram when alcohol is consumed, due to acetaldehyde accumulation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a history of bipolar disorder and is taking lithium. Which of the following findings indicates possible lithium toxicity?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tremors are a common sign of lithium toxicity, indicating the need for serum level monitoring.