ATI RN Comprehensive Predictor 2026 Exit Exam with NGN
180 Real Screenshot Questions and 100% Verified Correct
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SECTION 1: FUNDAMENTALS & BASIC CARE (Q1-15)
Q1: A nurse is teaching a client about deep breathing and coughing after
surgery. Which statement indicates understanding?
• A) "I will cough deeply every hour while awake"
• B) "I will splint my incision with a pillow when coughing"
• C) "I will take shallow breaths to avoid pain"
• D) "I will only cough when I feel mucus"
Answer: B
• Rationale: Splinting with a pillow reduces pain and supports the incision
during coughing. Deep breathing (not shallow) is needed. Coughing every
hour may be too frequent.
Q2: A nurse is preparing a client for colonoscopy. Which instruction is correct?
• A) "Eat a heavy meal the night before"
• B) "Stop all medications 1 week before"
• C) "Follow a clear liquid diet and take bowel prep as directed"
• D) "You may drive yourself home after the procedure"
Answer: C
• Rationale: Clear liquid diet and bowel prep are standard. Some medications
(e.g., blood thinners) may need adjustment, but not all. Client cannot drive
after sedation.
Q3: A nurse is assessing a client's pain using a 0-10 scale. The client rates pain as
8/10. What should the nurse do first?
, • A) Administer PRN pain medication
• B) Assess vital signs
• C) Ask about characteristics of the pain (location, quality, aggravating
factors)
• D) Non-pharmacological interventions
Answer: C
• Rationale: Assess first (OLDCARTS) before intervening. This guides
appropriate intervention.
Q4: A nurse is caring for a client with a new permanent pacemaker. Which
finding requires immediate action?
• A) Heart rate of 72 bpm
• B) Hiccups (may indicate lead irritation of the diaphragm)
• C) Small amount of bruising at the insertion site
• D) Pain at the insertion site
Answer: B
• Rationale: Hiccups after pacemaker placement may indicate lead
perforation or diaphragmatic stimulation requiring provider notification.
Q5: A client with urinary incontinence asks about bladder training. Which
instruction is correct?
• A) "Limit fluids to 1 liter per day"
• B) "Void every hour on a schedule, then gradually increase time"
• C) "Wait until the urge is strong before voiding"
• D) "Caffeine will help strengthen bladder muscles"
Answer: B
• Rationale: Bladder training involves scheduled voiding, then gradually
lengthening intervals. Fluid restriction can lead to dehydration and UTI.
, Q6: A nurse is providing oral care to an unconscious client. Which action is most
important?
• A) Use a soft-bristled toothbrush
• B) Position the client on the side with head lowered
• C) Apply petroleum jelly to the lips afterward
• D) Use lemon-glycerin swabs for cleaning
Answer: B
• Rationale: Positioning the client on the side with head lowered prevents
aspiration of fluids—priority safety measure.
Q7: A client is on bed rest for 3 days. Which finding indicates a complication of
immobility?
• A) Heart rate 80 bpm
• B) Reddened area on the sacrum that does not blanch
• C) Blood pressure 120/80
• D) Bowel movement every 2 days
Answer: B
• Rationale: A non-blanching reddened area is a stage 1 pressure injury—a
direct complication of immobility.
Q8: A nurse is inserting a nasogastric (NG) tube. Which action verifies correct
placement before initiating feeding?
• A) Auscultate over the stomach while injecting air
• B) Check the pH of gastric aspirate (pH ≤5)
• C) Observe for coughing during insertion
• D) Measure the tube from nose to ear to xiphoid
Answer: B
180 Real Screenshot Questions and 100% Verified Correct
Answers Pass Guaranteed No Retakes
SECTION 1: FUNDAMENTALS & BASIC CARE (Q1-15)
Q1: A nurse is teaching a client about deep breathing and coughing after
surgery. Which statement indicates understanding?
• A) "I will cough deeply every hour while awake"
• B) "I will splint my incision with a pillow when coughing"
• C) "I will take shallow breaths to avoid pain"
• D) "I will only cough when I feel mucus"
Answer: B
• Rationale: Splinting with a pillow reduces pain and supports the incision
during coughing. Deep breathing (not shallow) is needed. Coughing every
hour may be too frequent.
Q2: A nurse is preparing a client for colonoscopy. Which instruction is correct?
• A) "Eat a heavy meal the night before"
• B) "Stop all medications 1 week before"
• C) "Follow a clear liquid diet and take bowel prep as directed"
• D) "You may drive yourself home after the procedure"
Answer: C
• Rationale: Clear liquid diet and bowel prep are standard. Some medications
(e.g., blood thinners) may need adjustment, but not all. Client cannot drive
after sedation.
Q3: A nurse is assessing a client's pain using a 0-10 scale. The client rates pain as
8/10. What should the nurse do first?
, • A) Administer PRN pain medication
• B) Assess vital signs
• C) Ask about characteristics of the pain (location, quality, aggravating
factors)
• D) Non-pharmacological interventions
Answer: C
• Rationale: Assess first (OLDCARTS) before intervening. This guides
appropriate intervention.
Q4: A nurse is caring for a client with a new permanent pacemaker. Which
finding requires immediate action?
• A) Heart rate of 72 bpm
• B) Hiccups (may indicate lead irritation of the diaphragm)
• C) Small amount of bruising at the insertion site
• D) Pain at the insertion site
Answer: B
• Rationale: Hiccups after pacemaker placement may indicate lead
perforation or diaphragmatic stimulation requiring provider notification.
Q5: A client with urinary incontinence asks about bladder training. Which
instruction is correct?
• A) "Limit fluids to 1 liter per day"
• B) "Void every hour on a schedule, then gradually increase time"
• C) "Wait until the urge is strong before voiding"
• D) "Caffeine will help strengthen bladder muscles"
Answer: B
• Rationale: Bladder training involves scheduled voiding, then gradually
lengthening intervals. Fluid restriction can lead to dehydration and UTI.
, Q6: A nurse is providing oral care to an unconscious client. Which action is most
important?
• A) Use a soft-bristled toothbrush
• B) Position the client on the side with head lowered
• C) Apply petroleum jelly to the lips afterward
• D) Use lemon-glycerin swabs for cleaning
Answer: B
• Rationale: Positioning the client on the side with head lowered prevents
aspiration of fluids—priority safety measure.
Q7: A client is on bed rest for 3 days. Which finding indicates a complication of
immobility?
• A) Heart rate 80 bpm
• B) Reddened area on the sacrum that does not blanch
• C) Blood pressure 120/80
• D) Bowel movement every 2 days
Answer: B
• Rationale: A non-blanching reddened area is a stage 1 pressure injury—a
direct complication of immobility.
Q8: A nurse is inserting a nasogastric (NG) tube. Which action verifies correct
placement before initiating feeding?
• A) Auscultate over the stomach while injecting air
• B) Check the pH of gastric aspirate (pH ≤5)
• C) Observe for coughing during insertion
• D) Measure the tube from nose to ear to xiphoid
Answer: B
