ATI Comprehensive Predictor Exam (QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS COMPLETE WITH

RATIONALES) (LATEST) | (Complete Solution Guides) MAIN VERSION PRIORITY ONE

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2. A nursing planning care for a school-age child who is 4 hr postoperative following perforated

appendicitis. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care?

a. Offer small amounts of clear liquids 6 hr following surgery (assess for gag reflex first)

b. Give cromolyn nebulizer solution every 6 hr (for asthma)

c. Apply a warm compress to the operative site every 4 hr

d. Administer analgesics on a scheduled basis for the first 24 hr

Rationale Fundamentals ATI PDF p229: Managing acute severe pain with short-term (24 to 48 hr)

around-the-clock administration of opioids is preferable to following a PRN schedule.

 ATI PEDS 144 Maintain NPO. Administer IV fluids and antibiotics as prescribed. NO cromolyn nebulizer

stated on ATI.

3. A nurse is receiving change-of-shift report for a group of clients. Which of the following

clients should the nurse plan to assess first?

a. A client who has sinus arrhythmia and is receiving cardiac monitoring

b. A client who has diabetes mellitus and a hemoglobin A1C of 6.8%

c. A client who has epidural analgesia and weakness in the lower extremities d. A client who

has a hip fracture and a new onset of tachypnea Rationale Med Surg ATI PDF p457: s/s of

fat embolism (dyspnea, increased RR, decreased O2, headache, decreased LOC r/t low O2 levels,

respiratory distress,

tachycardia, confusion, chest pain), Hip and pelvis fractures are common causes, can occur after injury usually

within 12-48 hrs

4. A nurse is preparing to apply a transdermal nicotine patch for a client. Which of the following

actions should the nurse tak e?

a. Shave hairy areas of skin prior to application (apply to hairless, clean & dry areas to promote

absorption; avoid oily or broken skin)

b. Wear gloves to apply the patch to the client’s skin

c. Apply the patch within 1 hr of removing it from the protective pouch (apply immediately)

d. Remove the previous patch and place it in a tissue (fold patch in half with sticky sides pressed

together)

 Rationale https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a601084.html : How to apply patch Rationale ATI Skills

Module Medication Administration: Topical medications include lotions, creams, ointments, patches, and

paste. Because topical medications are absorbed by the skin, wear gloves when applying them to protect

yourself against accidental exposure

Shaving may cause skin irritation and change the absorption of the drug.

5. A nurse has just received change-of-shift report for four clients. Which of the following

clients should the nurse assess first?

a. A client who was just given a glass of orange juice for a low blood glucose level

b. A client who is schedule for a procedure in 1 hr (can wait)

c. A client who has 100 mL fluid remaining in his IV bag (can wait)

d. A client who received a pain medication 30 min ago for postoperative pain Rationale Med Surg ATI

PDF p529: assess for improvement or worsening of hypoglycemia. Repeat the administration of

carbohydrates if not within normal limits, and recheck blood glucose in 15 min. Risk for seizure & coma if

condition worsens.

6. A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving intermittent enteral tube feedings. Which of the

following places the client at risk for aspiration?

a. A history of gastroesophageal reflux disease

b. Receiving a high osmolarity formula

c. Sitting in a high-Fowler’s position during the feeding

d. A residual of 65 mL 1hr postprandial

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Rationale ATI MS p309: Complications: Aspiration of gastric secretion Causes: Reflux of gastric fluids into

the esophagus can be aspirated into the trachea.

7. A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results for a client who has Cushing’s disease. The nurse

should expect the client to have an INCREASED in which of the following laboratory values?

a. Serum glucose level- increased

b. Serum calcium level-decreased

c. Lymphocyte count- decreased immune system.

d. Serum potassium level- decreased

Rationale ATI MS PDF p518: Cushing disease→ everything is UP except Potassium & Calcium:

DECREASED.

8. A nurse is caring for a client who has severe preeclampsia and is receiving magnesium sulfate

intravenously. The nurse discontinues the magnesium sulfate after the client displaces toxicity. Which of

the following actions should the nurse take? P .

235 pharm ch 30

a. Position the client supine

b. Prepare an IV bolus of dextrose 5% in water

c. Administer methylergonovine IM

d. Administer calcium gluconate IV

Rationale ATI PHARM PDF p398: Calcium gluconate is given for magnesium sulfate toxicity. Always have

an injectable form of calcium gluconate available when administering magnesium sulfate by IV.

9. 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?

a. Experiencing delusions

b. Male gender

c. Previous violent behavior

d. A history of being in prison

Rationale ATI MH p185: Risk factors also include: past history of aggression, poor impulse control, and

violence. Comorbidity that leads to acts of violence (psychotic delusions, command hallucinations, violent

angry reactions with cognitive disorders). Rationale ATI COMMUNITY p50: Individual Assessment for

Violence

10. A nurse is preparing to perform a sterile dressing change. Which of the following actions should

the nurse take when setting up the sterile field?

a. Place the cap from the solution sterile side up on clean surface

b. Open the outermost flap of the sterile kit toward the body→ flap AWAY from the body's first

c. Place the sterile dressing within 1.25 cm (0.5in) of the edge of the sterile field → 2.5 cm (1-inch)

border around any sterile drape or wrap that is considered contaminated.

d. Set up the sterile field 5 cm (2 in) below waist level→ it says BELOW waist level; should be

ABOVE waist level

Rationale POTTER & PERRY SKILLS & TECH p187: Remove sterile seal and cap from bottle in upward

motion.

11. A nurse is providing teaching to an older adult client about methods to promote nighttime sleep.

Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?

a. Eat a light snack before bedtime

b. Stay in bed at least 1 hr if unable to fall asleep

c. Take a 1 hr nap during the day

d. Perform exercises prior to bedtime

12. A home health nurse is preparing for an initial visit with an older adult client who lives alone. Which of

the following actions should the nurse take first?

a. Educate the client about current medical diagnosis

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