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 amitriptyline for depression. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Amitriptyline can cause drowsiness and blurred vision, so avoiding driving until side effects are known ensures safety.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with food selection for a client with dysphagia from a stroke. Which food should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Scrambled eggs are soft and moist, making them easier to swallow for a client with dysphagia.
Question 3 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.
Question 4 of 5
A public health nurse working in a rural area is developing a program to improve health for the local population. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Providing anticipatory guidance through schools is a preventive, community-based approach that addresses health needs of families and children, tailored to the rural context.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a cholecystectomy. Which of the following positions should the nurse place the client in to promote comfort?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Semi-Fowler's position promotes lung expansion and reduces pressure on the surgical site, enhancing comfort.