ATI RN
ATI RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Retake 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is scheduled for a colonoscopy. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A clear liquid diet for 1-2 days before a colonoscopy ensures a clean colon for visualization. Bowel movements occur during prep, not the procedure, antibiotics are not standard, and most medications are held the morning of the procedure.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a craniotomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Clear drainage from the surgical site may indicate a cerebrospinal fluid leak, requiring immediate provider notification. Pain, mild fever, and normal heart rate are expected post-craniotomy.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a history of deep-vein thrombosis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Unilateral leg swelling is typical in deep-vein thrombosis due to venous obstruction. Bilateral edema suggests heart failure, hypotension is not specific, and fever may occur but is less common.
Question 4 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 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a mastectomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Range-of-motion exercises prevent lymphedema and maintain mobility post-mastectomy. Raising the arm is encouraged, warm compresses are not standard, and dependent positioning increases swelling.