ATI RN
ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is updating the plan of care for a client who has amyotrophic lateral sclerosis with dysphagia. Which of the following interprofessional team members should the nurse identify as the priority to consult?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A speech-language pathologist specializes in assessing and managing swallowing disorders, critical for addressing dysphagia in ALS.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a fractured femur and is in skeletal traction. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Coolness in the toes suggests impaired circulation, a serious complication requiring immediate reporting.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving oxygen therapy at 4 L/min via nasal cannula. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Nasal dryness can lead to mucosal damage and discomfort, requiring interventions like humidification.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client who has a prescription for antibiotic therapy. The client reports experiencing diarrhea when taking antibiotics. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend to lessen the occurrence of diarrhea?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Yogurt contains probiotics, which help restore gut flora disrupted by antibiotics, reducing the risk of diarrhea.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a cesarean birth. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lochia serosa on day 3 is abnormal, as lochia rubra is expected, indicating possible retained placental fragments.