ATI PN GRADED A+ | LATEST 2026
Comprehensive
Exit Exam
Form A, B and C · 2026
Exam Questions · Verified Answers · Rationales
ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT — FOR STUVIA BUYERS
This is the complete ATI PN Comprehensive Exit Exam (Forms A, B & C)
for 2026, featuring real exam questions with verified correct answers
and detailed rationales — all graded A+.
Ideal for PN nursing students preparing for the ATI exit exam. Each
question includes a full rationale to reinforce clinical reasoning and
boost exam confidence. Instant digital access. No prep gaps.
Forms A, B & C Verified Answers Full Rationales
2026 Latest Graded A+ PN Nursing
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, ATI PN COMPREHENSIVE EXIT EXAM | 2026 | GRADED A+
ATI PN COMPREHENSIVE EXIT EXAM
FORM A, B AND C 2026 EXAM
QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS
WITH RATIONALES GRADED A+
LATEST
FORM A
Question 1
A nurse is caring for a client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Which finding requires immediate follow-up?
A. Barrel-shaped chest
B. Productive cough
C. Oxygen saturation of 88%
D. Confusion and restlessness
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Acute confusion and restlessness may indicate hypoxia or CO₂
retention and require immediate intervention.
Question 2
A client with heart failure is prescribed furosemide. Which laboratory value should
the nurse monitor most closely?
A. Sodium
B. Potassium
C. Calcium
D. Magnesium
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Loop diuretics can cause potassium loss, increasing the risk for
dysrhythmias.
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Question 3
A postoperative client develops sudden shortness of breath, chest pain, and
tachycardia. What is the priority nursing action?
A. Place the client in high-Fowler’s position
B. Notify the provider
C. Administer oxygen
D. Assess lung sounds
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Oxygen administration is the priority to improve tissue oxygenation in
suspected pulmonary embolism.
Question 4
A nurse is administering insulin lispro. When should the nurse plan to check the
client’s blood glucose for peak action?
A. 15 minutes
B. 30 minutes
C. 1 hour
D. 4 hours
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Insulin lispro peaks at approximately 1 hour after administration.
Question 5
A client with cirrhosis has ascites. Which assessment finding indicates worsening
condition?
A. Abdominal distention
B. Decreased bowel sounds
C. Caput medusae
D. Increasing abdominal girth with shortness of breath
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Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ascites causing respiratory compromise indicates progression and
requires prompt intervention.
Question 6
A nurse is caring for a client receiving morphine IV. Which finding requires
immediate action?
A. Respiratory rate of 10/min
B. Nausea
C. Constipation
D. Urinary retention
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Respiratory depression is a serious adverse effect of opioids and is life-
threatening.
Question 7
A client with diabetes reports shakiness, sweating, and confusion. What should the
nurse do first?
A. Administer insulin
B. Check blood glucose
C. Give oral glucose
D. Notify the provider
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: These are signs of hypoglycemia; immediate glucose administration is
required.
For Educational Purposes Only
Comprehensive
Exit Exam
Form A, B and C · 2026
Exam Questions · Verified Answers · Rationales
ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT — FOR STUVIA BUYERS
This is the complete ATI PN Comprehensive Exit Exam (Forms A, B & C)
for 2026, featuring real exam questions with verified correct answers
and detailed rationales — all graded A+.
Ideal for PN nursing students preparing for the ATI exit exam. Each
question includes a full rationale to reinforce clinical reasoning and
boost exam confidence. Instant digital access. No prep gaps.
Forms A, B & C Verified Answers Full Rationales
2026 Latest Graded A+ PN Nursing
For educational examination preparation purposes only
ATI PN Comprehensive Exit Exam | Form A, B & C | 2026
, ATI PN COMPREHENSIVE EXIT EXAM | 2026 | GRADED A+
ATI PN COMPREHENSIVE EXIT EXAM
FORM A, B AND C 2026 EXAM
QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS
WITH RATIONALES GRADED A+
LATEST
FORM A
Question 1
A nurse is caring for a client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Which finding requires immediate follow-up?
A. Barrel-shaped chest
B. Productive cough
C. Oxygen saturation of 88%
D. Confusion and restlessness
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Acute confusion and restlessness may indicate hypoxia or CO₂
retention and require immediate intervention.
Question 2
A client with heart failure is prescribed furosemide. Which laboratory value should
the nurse monitor most closely?
A. Sodium
B. Potassium
C. Calcium
D. Magnesium
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Loop diuretics can cause potassium loss, increasing the risk for
dysrhythmias.
For Educational Purposes Only
, ATI PN COMPREHENSIVE EXIT EXAM | 2026 | GRADED A+
Question 3
A postoperative client develops sudden shortness of breath, chest pain, and
tachycardia. What is the priority nursing action?
A. Place the client in high-Fowler’s position
B. Notify the provider
C. Administer oxygen
D. Assess lung sounds
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Oxygen administration is the priority to improve tissue oxygenation in
suspected pulmonary embolism.
Question 4
A nurse is administering insulin lispro. When should the nurse plan to check the
client’s blood glucose for peak action?
A. 15 minutes
B. 30 minutes
C. 1 hour
D. 4 hours
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Insulin lispro peaks at approximately 1 hour after administration.
Question 5
A client with cirrhosis has ascites. Which assessment finding indicates worsening
condition?
A. Abdominal distention
B. Decreased bowel sounds
C. Caput medusae
D. Increasing abdominal girth with shortness of breath
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Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ascites causing respiratory compromise indicates progression and
requires prompt intervention.
Question 6
A nurse is caring for a client receiving morphine IV. Which finding requires
immediate action?
A. Respiratory rate of 10/min
B. Nausea
C. Constipation
D. Urinary retention
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Respiratory depression is a serious adverse effect of opioids and is life-
threatening.
Question 7
A client with diabetes reports shakiness, sweating, and confusion. What should the
nurse do first?
A. Administer insulin
B. Check blood glucose
C. Give oral glucose
D. Notify the provider
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: These are signs of hypoglycemia; immediate glucose administration is
required.
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