ATI RN
RN ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for levothyroxine. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Levothyroxine is best absorbed when taken in the morning on an empty stomach, at least 30 minutes before eating, to optimize efficacy.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is prescribed a low-potassium diet for chronic kidney disease. Which of the following foods should the nurse instruct the client to avoid?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bananas are high in potassium, which should be avoided in a low-potassium diet to prevent hyperkalemia in chronic kidney disease.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is postoperative following abdominal surgery. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A temperature of 38.5°C (101.3°F) may indicate infection, a postoperative complication requiring immediate reporting.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who reports migraine headaches for the past 4 months. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reviewing the pain diary provides insights into migraine patterns and triggers.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a new parent about breastfeeding her infant. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Feeding on hunger cues ensures adequate nutrition and promotes successful breastfeeding.