ATI RN
ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client who has a prescription for antibiotic therapy. The client reports experiencing diarrhea when taking antibiotics. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend to lessen the occurrence of diarrhea?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Yogurt contains probiotics, which help restore gut flora disrupted by antibiotics, reducing the risk of diarrhea.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is postoperative following a total hip arthroplasty. Which of the following findings indicates a possible dislocation of the prosthesis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: External rotation of the leg is a classic sign of hip prosthesis dislocation, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a unit of packed red blood cells to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Verifying the client's identity with another nurse ensures the correct blood product is administered, preventing transfusion errors.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is evaluating the laboratory values of a client who is receiving epoetin alfa. Which of the following findings indicates a therapeutic response to the medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Increased hemoglobin indicates epoetin alfa's effectiveness in stimulating red blood cell production, treating anemia.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has an indwelling catheter with a urinary drainage system. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Securing the catheter tubing to the lower abdomen (or upper thigh in males) prevents tension and accidental dislodgement, promoting proper drainage.