ATI RN
ATI Comprehensive 2024 Exit Exam with NGN Questions
Extract:
A nurse is teaching a client who has rheumatoid arthritis about illness management.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Take a hot shower in the morning to decrease stiffness. This instruction is appropriate for managing symptoms of arthritis by helping to reduce stiffness in the joints. Cold packs directly on the skin (choice
A) can worsen symptoms. Administering biological response modifiers (choice
B) is not a nursing role. Clustering physical activities during the day (choice
D) can help manage symptoms but is not as specific or targeted as a hot shower for reducing stiffness.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client.
Question 2 of 5
Select the 5 findings that require immediate follow-up
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E,H
Rationale: The correct choices for immediate follow-up are A, B, D, E, and H. Stool results (
A) are crucial for detecting gastrointestinal issues. Hemoglobin and hematocrit (
B) levels indicate blood health. Heart rate (
D) reflects cardiovascular function. Current medications (E) help assess potential drug interactions. WIC count (H) is essential for monitoring infection. Respiratory rate (
C) and temperature (F) are important but not as urgent.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for an adolescent who has hyperthermia. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Initiate seizure precautions. Hyperthermia can lead to seizures due to the brain's sensitivity to high temperatures. Seizure precautions involve ensuring a safe environment, padding the bed, and having emergency equipment ready. Administering oral acetaminophen (
A) is not the priority in hyperthermia as it may not rapidly reduce the temperature. Covering with a thermal blanket (
B) may further increase body temperature. Submerging feet in ice water (
C) can cause vasoconstriction and shivering, leading to increased core temperature.
Question 4 of 5
A charge, nurse is teaching new staff members about factors that increase a client's risk to become violent: Which of the following risk factors should the nurse include as the best predictor of future violence?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Previous violent behavior. This is the best predictor of future violence because past behavior is a strong indicator of future actions. Individuals who have a history of violent behavior are more likely to engage in violent acts again.
Choice A (A history of being in prison) is not as strong of a predictor as it does not specifically address violent behavior.
Choice B (Male gender) is a generalization and not always indicative of violent behavior.
Choice C (Experiencing delusions) may increase the risk of violence but does not directly predict future violent behavior as strongly as previous violent actions do.
Extract:
A nurse in an emergency department is caring for a client.
Question 5 of 5
For each assessment finding, click to specify if the finding is an indication of physical maltreatment, neglect, or financial maltreatment.
| Finding | physical maltreatment | neglect | financial maltreatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Client reports having little food in the house. | |||
| Client has bruises in various stages of healing. | |||
| Client wears dirty clothing | |||
| Client has no access to bank accounts |
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: These findings suggest multiple forms of maltreatment.