ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching dietary guidelines to a client who has celiac disease. Which of the following food choices is appropriate for this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Potato pancakes are a gluten-free option and appropriate for a client with celiac disease, as they do not contain wheat, barley, or rye.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a pressure ulcer on the sacrum. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A moist environment with hydrogel promotes healing in pressure ulcers.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of epilepsy and is prescribed phenytoin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Phenytoin can cause gingival hyperplasia; gentle brushing helps prevent gum damage.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to collect a sputum specimen from a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The best time to collect a sputum specimen is immediately upon waking because secretions accumulate overnight, making it easier to obtain a sample.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has severe hypertension and is to receive nitroprusside via continuous IV infusion. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Nitroprusside is light-sensitive and degrades when exposed to light, reducing its potency and effectiveness.