ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 164: Report an IssueReport Wrong Answer
Nurses' Notes
Vital Signs
Diagnostic Results
Day 1,0900:
Client is at 31 weeks of gestation and presents with a severe headache unrelieved by acetaminophen. Client also reports urinary frequency and decreased fetal movement. Client is a G3 P2 with one preterm birth
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is reviewing the client's medical record. Select 4 findings that indicate a potential prenatal complication.
Correct Answer: A,C,D,F
Rationale: Blood pressure: Indicates preeclampsia. Urine protein: Marker for preeclampsia. Headache: Symptom of preeclampsia. Fetal activity: Decreased movement suggests distress.
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Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is postoperative following a craniotomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report immediately?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pupillary dilation on one side indicates increased intracranial pressure, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has type 2 diabetes mellitus about metformin. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Taking metformin with meals minimizes gastrointestinal side effects such as nausea.
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History and Physical
Vital signs
Nurses' Notes
Laboratory Results
3 days ago:
Past medical history: Type 2 diabetes mellitus, hypertension. Surgical history: Cesarean birth x 2 as a young adult
Social history. Has smoked 1 pack of cigarettes per day for 40 years, drinks socially, does not exercise. Weight: 121.3 kg (267.4 lb)
Question 4 of 5
Complete the diagram by dragging from the choices below to specify what condition the client is most likely experiencing, 2 actions the nurse should take to address that condition, and 2 parameters the nurse should monitor to assess the client's progress.
| Implement rest, ice, elevation compression (RICE) |
| Check for pedal pulses and signs of ischemia. |
| Request a prescription for IV furosemide. |
| Request a prescription for a lower-extremity Doppler flow study. |
| Assess for Homan's sign. |
| Signs of bleeding after anticoagulation initiation |
| PT/INR and platelet count |
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Condition: Deep vein thrombosis. Actions: Request Doppler study, Assess for Homan's sign. Parameters: Signs of bleeding, PT/INR and platelet count. The client's history and symptoms suggest DVT.
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Question 5 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.