ATI RN
ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Exit exam A Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new diagnosis of genital herpes. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Avoiding sexual contact until lesions heal prevents transmission. Outbreaks vary, not necessarily annual (
B). Transmission is possible without lesions (
C). Stress can trigger outbreaks (
D).
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has bipolar disorder and is experiencing a manic episode. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dimming lights reduces stimulation, calming a manic client. Group activities may overstimulate. Detailed explanations may overwhelm; simple explanations are better. Allowing schedule selection risks disorganized behavior.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for warfarin. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Avoiding ginseng prevents interference with warfarin's anticoagulant effect. Food isn't required (
B); warfarin can be taken with or without food. INR tests are more frequent than monthly (
C). Bruising isn't expected unless over-anticoagulated.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new diagnosis of COPD. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pursed-lip breathing reduces dyspnea by prolonging exhalation. High altitudes worsen hypoxia but aren't the primary focus. Productive cough isn't always expected; cough may be dry. Flat bed position hinders breathing; elevation is better.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for ipratropium. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dry mouth is a common adverse effect of ipratropium, an anticholinergic bronchodilator. Hypoglycemia isn't associated. Increased heart rate is less common than with beta-agonists. Insomnia isn't typical.