ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Predictor Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is at 14 weeks of gestation about findings to report to the provider. Which of the following findings should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Swelling of the face during pregnancy can indicate preeclampsia, a serious condition requiring immediate medical evaluation due to risks of high blood pressure and organ damage.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has a new diagnosis of major depressive disorder. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A structured daily routine provides stability and predictability, helping manage symptoms of major depressive disorder.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for a peripheral IV catheter. After puncturing the skin with the vascular access device and noting a blood return in the flashback chamber, which of the following actions should the nurse perform next?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Advancing the catheter into the vein after blood return ensures proper placement for IV access.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new diagnosis of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Which of the following dietary recommendations should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Avoiding caffeine helps prevent relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter, reducing GERD symptoms.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse inadvertently administered 160 mg of valsartan PO to a client who was scheduled to receive 80 mg. Which of the following actions is the priority for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The priority is to assess for orthostatic hypotension, a potential adverse effect of valsartan overdose, which can cause significant blood pressure drops.