ATI RN
RN ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing laboratory data from a client who has chronic kidney disease. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Increased creatinine indicates reduced kidney function, a hallmark of chronic kidney disease.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse manager is updating protocols for the use of belt restraints. Which of the following guidelines should the nurse manager include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Documenting the client's condition every 15 minutes ensures safety and compliance with restraint protocols.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a newly licensed nurse about obtaining a sputum specimen for acid-fast bacillus (AFB) testing. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Instructing the client to cough deeply ensures that the sputum specimen is obtained from the lower respiratory tract, which is necessary for accurate AFB testing to diagnose tuberculosis.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a history of asthma and is experiencing an acute exacerbation. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Wheezing is a common finding in an acute asthma exacerbation due to airway constriction.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to an older adult client who has a seizure disorder and a new prescription for phenytoin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Taking phenytoin with food reduces gastrointestinal side effects and improves absorption.