ATI RN
ATI RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Retake 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has asthma and a new prescription for a metered-dose inhaler. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Shaking the inhaler before use ensures proper medication dispersion. Holding breath for 10 seconds is ideal, hourly use risks overuse, and cleaning is done with water, not soap, per manufacturer guidelines.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse enters a client's room and finds her sitting on the floor next to the shower. The client states that she slipped on some water outside of the shower. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Measuring vital signs first assesses for injuries like head trauma or shock post-fall. Notifying the provider, documenting, and completing an incident report follow after ensuring client stability.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a history of bipolar disorder. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect during a manic episode?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rapid speech is typical in a manic episode of bipolar disorder, reflecting accelerated thoughts. Hypersomnia, weight gain, and flat affect are more associated with depression.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting in the care of a client who is to receive a transfusion of packed RBCs. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Checking the client's blood type and crossmatch in the medical record ensures compatibility, preventing transfusion reactions. Blood should not be kept at room temperature, dextrose causes hemolysis, and vital signs are checked before, at 15 minutes, and after, not hourly.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for insulin detemir. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Storing insulin detemir at room temperature for up to 42 days maintains potency. Shaking is incorrect, it's not taken before meals, and it's clear, not cloudy.