ATI RN
RN ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new diagnosis of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sleeping with the head of the bed elevated helps prevent acid reflux by using gravity to keep stomach contents from flowing back into the esophagus.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is recovering from a cerebrovascular accident in a rehabilitation facility. The client tells the nurse, 'I am sick of being in here, and I want to go home.' Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Acknowledging the client's frustration validates their feelings and encourages against them.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a prenatal class about infection prevention at a community center. Which of the following statements by a client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Visiting after sores have crusted indicates understanding of chickenpox contagion period.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a suspected myocardial infarction. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Obtaining a 12-lead ECG is the priority to confirm the diagnosis of myocardial infarction and guide treatment.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN). Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: TPN contains high glucose concentrations, so checking blood glucose every 4 to 6 hours is necessary to monitor for hyperglycemia.