ATI RN
ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for albuterol. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using albuterol 30 minutes before exercise prevents exercise-induced bronchospasm, a key instruction for clients with asthma.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has an electrolyte imbalance. Which of the following foods should the nurse include as the highest in potassium?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sweet potatoes are high in potassium (approximately 541 mg per medium potato), making them an excellent choice for addressing electrolyte imbalances.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving continuous IV infusion of magnesium sulfate. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Absent patellar reflexes indicate magnesium toxicity, a serious adverse effect requiring immediate reporting.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a fractured femur and is in skeletal traction. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Coolness in the toes suggests impaired circulation, a serious complication requiring immediate reporting.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a newborn who is 12 hr old. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A temperature of 36.2°C indicates hypothermia in a newborn, which requires reporting to prevent complications.