ATI RN
RN ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is suctioning the airway of a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation via an endotracheal tube. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication that the suctioning has been effective?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Decreased peak inspiratory pressure indicates a clearer airway, suggesting effective suctioning.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation and has an endotracheal tube in place. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to reduce the risk of ventilator-associated pneumonia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Providing oral care with chlorhexidine solution reduces the risk of ventilator-associated pneumonia by decreasing oral bacterial colonization.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for insulin glargine. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Insulin glargine should be administered at the same time daily to maintain consistent blood glucose control.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is receiving change-of-shift report for a group of clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse plan to assess first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tachypnea in a client with a hip fracture may indicate a pulmonary embolism, requiring urgent assessment.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a preschooler who has bacterial pneumonia. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fever is a common manifestation of bacterial pneumonia in children, indicating an immune response.