ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Predictor Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has rheumatoid arthritis about illness management. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A hot shower in the morning reduces joint stiffness, improving mobility for clients with rheumatoid arthritis.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a history of bipolar disorder and is taking lithium. Which of the following findings indicates possible lithium toxicity?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tremors are a common sign of lithium toxicity, indicating the need for serum level monitoring.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who is pregnant about nonstress testing. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pushing a button when the baby moves during a nonstress test correlates fetal movement with heart rate, indicating understanding of the procedure.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is postoperative following orthopedic surgery. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication of paralytic ileus?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Abdominal distention is a key sign of paralytic ileus, caused by gas and fluid accumulation in the intestines.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for an infant who has gastroenteritis. Which of the following assessment findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sunken fontanels and dry mucous membranes indicate dehydration, a serious complication requiring prompt reporting.