ATI PN COMPREHENSIVE
PREDICTOR REAL EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
1. A nurse is caring for a client with COPD. Which finding requires immediate
action?
A. Barrel chest
B. Productive cough
C. Oxygen saturation 84%
D. Use of accessory muscles
Answer: C
Rationale: An oxygen saturation of 84% indicates hypoxia and requires immediate intervention.
2. A client is prescribed furosemide. Which lab value is most important to
monitor?
A. Sodium
B. Potassium
C. Calcium
D. Magnesium
Answer: B
Rationale: Furosemide can cause potassium loss, leading to hypokalemia.
3. Which position is best for a client with dyspnea?
A. Supine
B. Fowler’s
C. Trendelenburg
D. Sims
Answer: B
Rationale: Fowler’s position promotes lung expansion and eases breathing.
, 4. A nurse is caring for a client with diabetes. Which symptom indicates
hypoglycemia?
A. Fruity breath
B. Dry skin
C. Sweating and shakiness
D. Deep respirations
Answer: C
Rationale: Sweating and tremors are classic signs of low blood glucose.
5. Which food should a client on a low-sodium diet avoid?
A. Fresh fruit
B. Grilled chicken
C. Canned soup
D. Rice
Answer: C
Rationale: Canned foods often contain high sodium levels.
6. A nurse is preparing to administer insulin. Which action is correct?
A. Shake the vial
B. Roll the vial gently
C. Inject air after drawing insulin
D. Use same syringe twice
Answer: B
Rationale: Rolling mixes insulin without creating bubbles.
7. A client is at risk for falls. What is the priority intervention?
A. Keep bed in high position
B. Apply restraints
C. Ensure call light is within reach
D. Dim the lights
Answer: C
Rationale: Accessibility to assistance reduces fall risk.
PREDICTOR REAL EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
1. A nurse is caring for a client with COPD. Which finding requires immediate
action?
A. Barrel chest
B. Productive cough
C. Oxygen saturation 84%
D. Use of accessory muscles
Answer: C
Rationale: An oxygen saturation of 84% indicates hypoxia and requires immediate intervention.
2. A client is prescribed furosemide. Which lab value is most important to
monitor?
A. Sodium
B. Potassium
C. Calcium
D. Magnesium
Answer: B
Rationale: Furosemide can cause potassium loss, leading to hypokalemia.
3. Which position is best for a client with dyspnea?
A. Supine
B. Fowler’s
C. Trendelenburg
D. Sims
Answer: B
Rationale: Fowler’s position promotes lung expansion and eases breathing.
, 4. A nurse is caring for a client with diabetes. Which symptom indicates
hypoglycemia?
A. Fruity breath
B. Dry skin
C. Sweating and shakiness
D. Deep respirations
Answer: C
Rationale: Sweating and tremors are classic signs of low blood glucose.
5. Which food should a client on a low-sodium diet avoid?
A. Fresh fruit
B. Grilled chicken
C. Canned soup
D. Rice
Answer: C
Rationale: Canned foods often contain high sodium levels.
6. A nurse is preparing to administer insulin. Which action is correct?
A. Shake the vial
B. Roll the vial gently
C. Inject air after drawing insulin
D. Use same syringe twice
Answer: B
Rationale: Rolling mixes insulin without creating bubbles.
7. A client is at risk for falls. What is the priority intervention?
A. Keep bed in high position
B. Apply restraints
C. Ensure call light is within reach
D. Dim the lights
Answer: C
Rationale: Accessibility to assistance reduces fall risk.
