ATI Comprehensive Predictor Questions
with complete solution
Fontanel closing on newborns - ANSWER-anterior 12-18 months posterior 1-2
months
Best time to perform bladder scan - ANSWER-immediately after void
Cholecystitis Diet - ANSWER-no cheese! low fat, no fatty/greasy food, low
cholesterol, Increase fruit and veggies, Whole grain (Melon)
Moro reflex - ANSWER-startled; hit surface next to the newborn
Position for suppository or enema administration - ANSWER--Sim's/left lateral/Rt.
knee to chest
Varicella contraindication - ANSWER-corticosteroids
Dtap contraindication - ANSWER-Hx of inconsolable crying
Newborn car seat safety - ANSWER-Snug harness across axillary. Not across
abdomen or neck.
Ileostomy what pt expect on appearance - ANSWER--Initial drainage: dark
green, odorless.
-Some initial bleeding normal
-Pink or red stoma color normal
-Initial swelling; decreases 2-3 weeks later
delirium - ANSWER-simple orientation and low stimuli
Hep b contraindication - ANSWER-Baker's yeast
,MMR contraindications - ANSWER-pregnancy, recent blood transfusion
Anorexia nervosa - ANSWER-increase in sodium, potassium, chloride, BUN, liver
function, cholesterol
Bulimia therapeutic nursing care - ANSWER-offer small and frequent meals
89% postoperative - ANSWER-change to another finger
Non rebreather mask - ANSWER-Ensure two "flaps" open during
exhalation/close during inhalation.
Venture mask - ANSWER-ensure reservoir bag 2/3 full during inspiration and
expiration
Thoracentesis position - ANSWER-sitting position, arms raised and resting
overbed table
Chlorpromazine (psychoses) - ANSWER-adverse effect (SPASMS/TREMORS)
treat benzo (COGENTIN) BENADRYL
Variable deceleration - ANSWER-cord compression
Early decelerations - ANSWER-*safe* Begin prior to peak of the contraction and
end by the end of it. they are caused by head compression. no need for
intervention if variability is within normal range (6-10) and the FHR is within
normal range.
Cystic fibrosis - ANSWER-DNA mutant gene, sprinkle capsule on food
Levothyroxine - ANSWER-thyroid, caution with cardiac pts (TACHY ANXIETY)
take in morning
Levothyroxine toxicity - ANSWER-anxiety, chest pain, tachy, hypertension
Bucks traction - ANSWER-immobilization, reposition q 2hrs, provide pin care,
neuro checks
, Amputation - ANSWER-apply prosthetic before ambulating
Ferrous sulfate - ANSWER-treats iron deficiency, REPORT nausea, constipation,
heartburn, take on an empty stomach through a straw and rinse, increase H/H
Orientation phase - ANSWER-Introduce, Discuss confidentiality, Set goals
Working phase - ANSWER-to problem-solve
Terminal phase - ANSWER-Evaluation (evaluate goals, experience, feelings)
Chadwick's sign - ANSWER-Bluish-purple coloration of the vaginal mucosa and
cervix
Hysterectomy states (I CAN POSSIBLY PLAN A PREGNANCY) -
ANSWER-outcome
Vaginal flush complications - ANSWER-Preterm Labor: Ruptured membranes,
signs of infection
Sucralfate for PUD - ANSWER-coats stomach to prevent formation of ulcer and
aids with healing existing ulcers
17 y/o having emergency surgery intervene when - ANSWER-verbal consent
Insulins not to mix - ANSWER-garglarine and determis
malfunctioning iv machine - ANSWER-tag and get new one
best recommendation for newly diabetes 2 independently - ANSWER-refer to
support group
Circumcision post op - ANSWER-change diaper q 4hr, clean penis every change,
petroleum jelly for 24 hr, fan fold diaper, avoid wrapping penis, trickle warm water
over penis to wash, do not remove yellowish mucus do not use moist towelettes,
heals in a couple weeks
with complete solution
Fontanel closing on newborns - ANSWER-anterior 12-18 months posterior 1-2
months
Best time to perform bladder scan - ANSWER-immediately after void
Cholecystitis Diet - ANSWER-no cheese! low fat, no fatty/greasy food, low
cholesterol, Increase fruit and veggies, Whole grain (Melon)
Moro reflex - ANSWER-startled; hit surface next to the newborn
Position for suppository or enema administration - ANSWER--Sim's/left lateral/Rt.
knee to chest
Varicella contraindication - ANSWER-corticosteroids
Dtap contraindication - ANSWER-Hx of inconsolable crying
Newborn car seat safety - ANSWER-Snug harness across axillary. Not across
abdomen or neck.
Ileostomy what pt expect on appearance - ANSWER--Initial drainage: dark
green, odorless.
-Some initial bleeding normal
-Pink or red stoma color normal
-Initial swelling; decreases 2-3 weeks later
delirium - ANSWER-simple orientation and low stimuli
Hep b contraindication - ANSWER-Baker's yeast
,MMR contraindications - ANSWER-pregnancy, recent blood transfusion
Anorexia nervosa - ANSWER-increase in sodium, potassium, chloride, BUN, liver
function, cholesterol
Bulimia therapeutic nursing care - ANSWER-offer small and frequent meals
89% postoperative - ANSWER-change to another finger
Non rebreather mask - ANSWER-Ensure two "flaps" open during
exhalation/close during inhalation.
Venture mask - ANSWER-ensure reservoir bag 2/3 full during inspiration and
expiration
Thoracentesis position - ANSWER-sitting position, arms raised and resting
overbed table
Chlorpromazine (psychoses) - ANSWER-adverse effect (SPASMS/TREMORS)
treat benzo (COGENTIN) BENADRYL
Variable deceleration - ANSWER-cord compression
Early decelerations - ANSWER-*safe* Begin prior to peak of the contraction and
end by the end of it. they are caused by head compression. no need for
intervention if variability is within normal range (6-10) and the FHR is within
normal range.
Cystic fibrosis - ANSWER-DNA mutant gene, sprinkle capsule on food
Levothyroxine - ANSWER-thyroid, caution with cardiac pts (TACHY ANXIETY)
take in morning
Levothyroxine toxicity - ANSWER-anxiety, chest pain, tachy, hypertension
Bucks traction - ANSWER-immobilization, reposition q 2hrs, provide pin care,
neuro checks
, Amputation - ANSWER-apply prosthetic before ambulating
Ferrous sulfate - ANSWER-treats iron deficiency, REPORT nausea, constipation,
heartburn, take on an empty stomach through a straw and rinse, increase H/H
Orientation phase - ANSWER-Introduce, Discuss confidentiality, Set goals
Working phase - ANSWER-to problem-solve
Terminal phase - ANSWER-Evaluation (evaluate goals, experience, feelings)
Chadwick's sign - ANSWER-Bluish-purple coloration of the vaginal mucosa and
cervix
Hysterectomy states (I CAN POSSIBLY PLAN A PREGNANCY) -
ANSWER-outcome
Vaginal flush complications - ANSWER-Preterm Labor: Ruptured membranes,
signs of infection
Sucralfate for PUD - ANSWER-coats stomach to prevent formation of ulcer and
aids with healing existing ulcers
17 y/o having emergency surgery intervene when - ANSWER-verbal consent
Insulins not to mix - ANSWER-garglarine and determis
malfunctioning iv machine - ANSWER-tag and get new one
best recommendation for newly diabetes 2 independently - ANSWER-refer to
support group
Circumcision post op - ANSWER-change diaper q 4hr, clean penis every change,
petroleum jelly for 24 hr, fan fold diaper, avoid wrapping penis, trickle warm water
over penis to wash, do not remove yellowish mucus do not use moist towelettes,
heals in a couple weeks
