ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Predictor Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for clopidogrel. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Clopidogrel increases bleeding risk, so reporting unusual bleeding is critical for safety.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving penicillin G via intermittent IV piggyback. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Diarrhea can indicate antibiotic-associated colitis, a serious condition requiring immediate medical attention.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for albuterol via metered-dose inhaler. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Shaking the inhaler before each puff ensures the medication is properly mixed for effective delivery.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is postoperative following a bowel resection. Which of the following findings indicates a potential complication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Abdominal distention may indicate a complication such as ileus or obstruction, requiring further evaluation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving intermittent enteral tube feedings. Which of the following factors places the client at risk for aspiration?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Gastroesophageal reflux disease increases aspiration risk due to potential reflux of stomach contents.