ATI RN COMPREHENSIVE PREDICTOR RETAKE (180Q & As)

ATI RN COMPREHENSIVE PREDICTOR RETAKE (180Q & As) • A nurse is assessing a client who has received an antibiotic. The nurse should identify which of thefollowing findings as an indica tion of a possible allergic reaction to the medication? A. Bradycardia B. Headache C. Joint pain D. Hypotension • A nurse on a mental health unit is caring for a client who has schizophrenia and is experiencingauditory hallucinations telling them to hurt others. The client is refusing to take anti-psychoticmedication. Which of the following responses should the nurse make? A. “You should plan to take this medication for a few weeks.” B. “You will regret it if you do not take this medication.” C. “This medication will help you respond to the voices. D. “This medication will help you stop the voices you are hearing.” • A nurse is providing care for a patient who has depression and is to have electroconvulsive therapy.Which of the following conditions should the nurse identify as increasing the client’s risk for complications? A. Hyperthyroidism B. Renal calculi C. Diabetes mellitus D. Cardiac dysrhythmias • A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a client who has rheumatoid arthritis. Which of thefollowing findings should the nurse report to the provider? A. WBC count 8,000/mm B. Platelets 150,000/mm C. Aspartate aminotransferase 10 units/LD. Erythrocyte sedimentation 75 mm/hr • A nurse is providing teaching about crutch safety to a client. Which of the following client actionsindicates an understanding of the teaching? A. The client flexes her elbows 10 degrees when supporting weight by using the handgrips. ATIpage 222 Fundy. IT HAS TO BE 30 DEGREE B. The client places the crutches 30 cm (12 in) to the front and side of each foot while standing C. The client leans on both crutches to support body weight. D. The client keeps her axillae free of pressure. • A nurse is preparing the body of a client who has died for the family to view. Which of the followingactions should the nurse take? A. Place a pillow under the client’s head. B. Remove the client’s dentures. C. Remove the client’s identification tags. D. Place the client’s arms across their chest. • A nurse is reviewing annual education requirements for fire safety. Identify the sequence that thenurse should use when operating a fire extinguisher. 1. Unlock the handle by pulling on the pin 2. Point the hose at the base of the fire. 3. Squeeze the handles together. 4. Sweep the extinguisher from side to side. • A nurse is suctioning the airway of a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation via an endotracheal tube. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication thatsuctioning has been effective? A. Presence of a productive cough • A nurse is caring for a client who is in a seclusion room following violent behavior. The client continues to display aggressive behavior. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? A. Stand within 30cm (1 ft) of the client when speaking with them. B. Express sympathy for the client’s situation. C. Confront the client about his behavior. D. Speak assertively to the client.