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 a new prescription for levothyroxine. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Taking levothyroxine with a full glass of water prevents esophageal irritation and aids absorption. Antacids reduce absorption, grapefruit juice is unrelated, and weight loss, not gain, is expected.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving brachytherapy for endometrial cancer. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Keeping visitors 6 feet away minimizes radiation exposure during brachytherapy. Soiled linens don't require biohazard bags unless contaminated with bodily fluids, gowns aren't typically needed, and radioactive sources are managed by radiation safety teams, not discarded in trash.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving a continuous enteral feeding. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Changing the feeding bag every 24-48 hours prevents bacterial growth. Residuals are checked every 4-6 hours, flushing uses 30 mL, and supine positioning risks aspiration.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN). Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Checking blood glucose is essential with TPN due to high dextrose content, which can cause hyperglycemia. IV sites are changed per protocol, TPN requires central access, and weight is monitored daily.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a thyroidectomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tingling around the mouth indicates hypocalcemia, a risk post-thyroidectomy due to parathyroid gland damage, requiring immediate reporting. Hoarseness and pain are expected, and a calcium level of 9.0 mg/dL is normal.