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 caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of tuberculosis. Which of the following precautions should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tuberculosis requires airborne precautions due to its transmission via respiratory droplets.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a history of bipolar disorder and is taking lithium. Which of the following findings indicates possible lithium toxicity?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tremors are a common sign of lithium toxicity, indicating the need for serum level monitoring.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for a corticosteroid inhaler for asthma. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rinsing the mouth after using a corticosteroid inhaler prevents oral thrush, a common side effect.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a lumbar laminectomy. Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide to promote recovery?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Range-of-motion exercises promote circulation and prevent stiffness in the affected arm post-mastectomy.