ATI RN
ATI RN Capstone Proctored Comprehensive Assessment Exam A Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse performs a capillary blood glucose check for a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus and obtains a reading of 64 mg/dL on the glucometer. Which of the following assessment findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Nervousness. Low blood glucose triggers the release of epinephrine, leading to symptoms such as nervousness, tremors, and sweating. Tachypnea and ketonuria are associated with diabetic ketoacidosis, not hypoglycemia. Hypoglycemia causes cool, clammy skin, not warm skin.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for spironolactone and reports that they forgot to tell the provider that they take over-the-counter supplements. The nurse should instruct the client to avoid which of the following supplements?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Potassium should be avoided because spironolactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic, which can lead to hyperkalemia, a potentially life-threatening condition. Iron, magnesium, and calcium do not pose significant risks.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has a history of urinary tract infections (UTIs) and requires placement of an indwelling urinary catheter. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to help minimize the client's risk for acquiring a UTI?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Secure the catheter to the client's thigh. This reduces movement and urethral trauma, lowering infection risk. The bag must be below bladder level, looping obstructs flow, and disconnecting increases contamination risk.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse performs a capillary blood glucose check for a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus and obtains a reading of 64 mg/dL on the glucometer. Which of the following assessment findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Nervousness. Low blood glucose triggers the release of epinephrine, leading to symptoms such as nervousness, tremors, and sweating. Tachypnea and ketonuria are associated with diabetic ketoacidosis, not hypoglycemia. Hypoglycemia causes cool, clammy skin, not warm skin.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is taking losartan. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an adverse effect of this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dizziness is a common adverse effect of losartan due to its blood pressure-lowering effects. Losartan treats hypertension, and double vision or hyperactivity are not associated.