ATI COMPREHENSIVE
ATI COMPREHENSIVE EXAM QUESTIONS WITH SOLVED
SOLUTIONS.
Informed Consent for ECT Answer >A client has the right to withdraw
consent for the treatment at any time.
Fraying on Electrical Cord Answer >The nurse should first remove the
device from the room.
Hydromorphone Prescription Answer >The nurse should count the
current number of unit doses available in the medication dispensing
system.
Priority Finding Post Cast Placement Answer >A client 2 hours’ post cast
placement with 2+ pitting edema and pallor has the priority finding.
Disulfiram Alcohol Use Answer >A client should limit alcohol use to one
drink daily while taking disulfiram.
Fluoxetine and Tyramine Answer >A client should avoid foods
containing tyramine while taking fluoxetine.
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Sustained-Release Methylphenidate Answer >A client should take the
sustained-release methylphenidate every morning.
Major Depressive Disorder Precautions Answer >The nurse should
implement seizure precautions for the client.
Narcissistic Personality Disorder Expectation Answer >The nurse should
expect the client to be preoccupied with aging.
Time Management in Nursing Answer >The nurse should first
determine goals of the day.
Change-of-Shift Assessment Priority Answer >The priority finding is a
client with pneumonia, productive cough, and fever of 38.8° C (101.8°
F).
Medication Administration Documentation Answer >The nurse should
document administration of the medication upon removal from the
medication dispensing system.
Withholding Medication Answer >The nurse should withhold
hydromorphone if the client does not appear to be in pain.
Client Teaching in Mental Health Answer >Understanding is indicated
when a client states they will take their lithium on an empty stomach.
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Seizure Precautions Answer >Implementing seizure precautions is a
priority action for a client with major depressive disorder.
Client Assessment in Mental Health Answer >Encouraging the client to
verbalize feelings is an important action but not the first priority.
Electrical Device Safety Answer >Reporting the defect to the equipment
maintenance staff is necessary but should follow immediate removal of
the device.
Medication Dispensing System Answer >The nurse should ensure the
device inspection sticker is current as part of routine safety checks.
Postoperative Care Answer >Monitoring for pain is crucial after
administering hydromorphone.
Effective Client Teaching Answer >Clients should be able to articulate
the importance of medication adherence.
Managing Nursing Tasks Answer >Developing an hourly time frame for
tasks can help manage time effectively.
Client Assessment Findings Answer >Identifying priority findings is
essential during shift changes.
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Understanding Medication Effects Answer >Clients must understand
the effects and side effects of their medications.
Determine goals of the day Answer >Establish specific objectives for
daily activities.
Magnesium sulfate via continuous IV infusion Answer >A treatment for
preeclampsia requiring careful monitoring.
Restrict the client's total fluid intake to 250 mL/hr. Answer >A guideline
for fluid management in certain medical conditions.
Measure the client's urine output every hour Answer >A critical action
to monitor kidney function and fluid balance.
Give the client protamine if signs of magnesium sulfate toxicity occur
Answer >An emergency intervention for reversing magnesium toxicity.
Monitor the FHR via Doppler every 30 min Answer >A procedure to
assess fetal heart rate during labor.
Wounds healing by primary intention Answer >Wounds that heal with
minimal scarring, typically surgical incisions.
ATI COMPREHENSIVE EXAM QUESTIONS WITH SOLVED
SOLUTIONS.
Informed Consent for ECT Answer >A client has the right to withdraw
consent for the treatment at any time.
Fraying on Electrical Cord Answer >The nurse should first remove the
device from the room.
Hydromorphone Prescription Answer >The nurse should count the
current number of unit doses available in the medication dispensing
system.
Priority Finding Post Cast Placement Answer >A client 2 hours’ post cast
placement with 2+ pitting edema and pallor has the priority finding.
Disulfiram Alcohol Use Answer >A client should limit alcohol use to one
drink daily while taking disulfiram.
Fluoxetine and Tyramine Answer >A client should avoid foods
containing tyramine while taking fluoxetine.
,ATI COMPREHENSIVE
Sustained-Release Methylphenidate Answer >A client should take the
sustained-release methylphenidate every morning.
Major Depressive Disorder Precautions Answer >The nurse should
implement seizure precautions for the client.
Narcissistic Personality Disorder Expectation Answer >The nurse should
expect the client to be preoccupied with aging.
Time Management in Nursing Answer >The nurse should first
determine goals of the day.
Change-of-Shift Assessment Priority Answer >The priority finding is a
client with pneumonia, productive cough, and fever of 38.8° C (101.8°
F).
Medication Administration Documentation Answer >The nurse should
document administration of the medication upon removal from the
medication dispensing system.
Withholding Medication Answer >The nurse should withhold
hydromorphone if the client does not appear to be in pain.
Client Teaching in Mental Health Answer >Understanding is indicated
when a client states they will take their lithium on an empty stomach.
,ATI COMPREHENSIVE
Seizure Precautions Answer >Implementing seizure precautions is a
priority action for a client with major depressive disorder.
Client Assessment in Mental Health Answer >Encouraging the client to
verbalize feelings is an important action but not the first priority.
Electrical Device Safety Answer >Reporting the defect to the equipment
maintenance staff is necessary but should follow immediate removal of
the device.
Medication Dispensing System Answer >The nurse should ensure the
device inspection sticker is current as part of routine safety checks.
Postoperative Care Answer >Monitoring for pain is crucial after
administering hydromorphone.
Effective Client Teaching Answer >Clients should be able to articulate
the importance of medication adherence.
Managing Nursing Tasks Answer >Developing an hourly time frame for
tasks can help manage time effectively.
Client Assessment Findings Answer >Identifying priority findings is
essential during shift changes.
, ATI COMPREHENSIVE
Understanding Medication Effects Answer >Clients must understand
the effects and side effects of their medications.
Determine goals of the day Answer >Establish specific objectives for
daily activities.
Magnesium sulfate via continuous IV infusion Answer >A treatment for
preeclampsia requiring careful monitoring.
Restrict the client's total fluid intake to 250 mL/hr. Answer >A guideline
for fluid management in certain medical conditions.
Measure the client's urine output every hour Answer >A critical action
to monitor kidney function and fluid balance.
Give the client protamine if signs of magnesium sulfate toxicity occur
Answer >An emergency intervention for reversing magnesium toxicity.
Monitor the FHR via Doppler every 30 min Answer >A procedure to
assess fetal heart rate during labor.
Wounds healing by primary intention Answer >Wounds that heal with
minimal scarring, typically surgical incisions.
