[STUDY GUIDE] • HIGH-YIELD PRACTICE & REVIEW EDITION
ATI Exit Exam RN Comprehensive
Predictor Questions & Verified
Answers Latest 2026/2027 Edition
Comprehensive Examination Question Bank • Concept Mapping
TOTAL QUESTIONS EXAM TOPICS ANSWERS
179 Questions 14 Modules 100% Verified
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 179 verified questions with correct answers covering various aspects of nursing
practice. Each item is designed to aid students in their preparation for the NCLEX exam and other certification
assessments, providing clarity on essential nursing concepts and principles. It serves as an invaluable
resource for review and study, ensuring students are well-equipped for their future roles as healthcare
professionals.
EXAM BLUEPRINT & TOPIC DISTRIBUTION
Systematic breakdown of subject domains and exam coverage.
Topic Module Scope & Core Focus Questions Share (%)
This topic includes essential nursing practices and patient
Fundamentals of Nursing Care care principles. 13 Qs 7.3%
Concepts related to care during pregnancy, labor,
Maternal and Newborn Nursing postpartum, and newborn assessments are explored. 13 Qs 7.3%
Pharmacology and Medication This section focuses on medication management, including
Administration dosages, side effects, and administration techniques. 13 Qs 7.3%
Questions in this category assess knowledge and
Mental Health Nursing interventions for various mental health disorders. 13 Qs 7.3%
This topic covers the nursing care and considerations for
Pediatric Nursing children and adolescents. 13 Qs 7.3%
Chronic Illness and Disease Focus on managing long-term conditions and understanding
Management related patient needs and education. 13 Qs 7.3%
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Concepts related to preoperative and postoperative nursing
Surgical and Postoperative Care care and interventions are emphasized. 13 Qs 7.3%
Emergency and Critical Care This category includes scenarios requiring immediate nursing
Nursing interventions in critical situations. 13 Qs 7.3%
Nutrition and Health Questions related to dietary management, nutritional
Assessment assessments, and implications for health. 13 Qs 7.3%
This topic covers measures to prevent and control infections
Infection Control and Prevention in clinical settings. 13 Qs 7.3%
Legal and Ethical Explores legal responsibilities and ethical dilemmas faced by
Considerations in Nursing nursing professionals. 13 Qs 7.3%
Assessment and Monitoring Focus on vital signs monitoring and assessment skills critical
Techniques for nursing practice. 12 Qs 6.7%
This area emphasizes the importance of educating patients
Patient Education and Advocacy and advocating for their needs. 12 Qs 6.7%
Questions focus on the unique considerations in caring for
Geriatric Nursing older adults. 12 Qs 6.7%
Total Exam Coverage 14 Integrated Topic Modules 179 Qs 100.0%
TOPIC 1: FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING CARE
13 Questions • 7.3% of Exam • This topic includes essential nursing practices and patient care principles.
QUESTION 1
A nurse is caring for a client who has arteriovenous fistula Which of the following
findings should the nurse report?
A. Thrill upon palpation.
B. Absence of a bruit.
C. Distended blood vessels
D. Swishing sound upon auscultation.
Answer: B. Absence of a bruit.
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QUESTION 2
A nurse is providing discharge teaching for a client who has an implantable
cardioverter defibrillator which of the following statements demonstrates
understanding of the teaching?
A. "I will soak in the tub rather and showering"
B. "I will wear loose clothing around my ICD"
C. "I will stop using my microwave oven at home because of my ICD"
D. "I can hold my cellphone on the same side of my body as the ICD"
Answer: B. "I will wear loose clothing around my ICD".
QUESTION 3
A nurse is caring for a client who is in active labor and requests pain
management. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
A. Administer ondansetron.
B. Place the client in a warm shower.
C. Apply fundal pressure during contractions.
D. Assist the client to a supine position.
Answer: B. Place the client in a warm shower.
QUESTION 4
A nurse manager is updating protocols for the use of belt restraints. Which of the
following guidelines should the nurse include?
A. Remove the client's restraint every 4hr
B. Document the client's condition every 15 min
C. Attach the restrain to the bed's side rails
D. Request a PRN restrain prescription for clients who are aggressive
Answer: B. Document the client's condition every 15 min.
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QUESTION 5
A nurse in the PACU is caring for a client who reports nausea. Which of the following
actions should the nurse take first?
A. Turn the client on their side.
B. Administer an analgesic
C. Administer antiemetic
D. Monitor the client's vital signs.
Answer: A. Turn the client on their side.
QUESTION 6
A nurse is working on a surgical unit is developing a care plan for a client who has
paraplegia. The client has an area of nonbankable erythema over his ischium. Which of
the following interventions should the nurse include in the care plan?
A. Place the client upright on a donut-shaped cushion
B. Teach the client to shift his weight every 15 min while sitting
C. Turn and reposition the client every 3 hr while in bed
D. Assess pressure points every 24 hr
Answer: A. Place the client upright on a donut-shaped cushion.
QUESTION 7
A nurse working in a rehabilitation facility is developing a discharge plan for a client
who has left-sided hemiplegia the following actions is the nurse's priority?
A. Consult with a case manager about insurance coverage.
B. Counsel caregivers about respite care options.
C. Ensure that the client has a referral for physical therapy.
D. Refer the client to a local stroke support group.
Answer: C. Ensure that the client has a referral for physical therapy.
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ATI Exit Exam RN Comprehensive
Predictor Questions & Verified
Answers Latest 2026/2027 Edition
Comprehensive Examination Question Bank • Concept Mapping
TOTAL QUESTIONS EXAM TOPICS ANSWERS
179 Questions 14 Modules 100% Verified
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 179 verified questions with correct answers covering various aspects of nursing
practice. Each item is designed to aid students in their preparation for the NCLEX exam and other certification
assessments, providing clarity on essential nursing concepts and principles. It serves as an invaluable
resource for review and study, ensuring students are well-equipped for their future roles as healthcare
professionals.
EXAM BLUEPRINT & TOPIC DISTRIBUTION
Systematic breakdown of subject domains and exam coverage.
Topic Module Scope & Core Focus Questions Share (%)
This topic includes essential nursing practices and patient
Fundamentals of Nursing Care care principles. 13 Qs 7.3%
Concepts related to care during pregnancy, labor,
Maternal and Newborn Nursing postpartum, and newborn assessments are explored. 13 Qs 7.3%
Pharmacology and Medication This section focuses on medication management, including
Administration dosages, side effects, and administration techniques. 13 Qs 7.3%
Questions in this category assess knowledge and
Mental Health Nursing interventions for various mental health disorders. 13 Qs 7.3%
This topic covers the nursing care and considerations for
Pediatric Nursing children and adolescents. 13 Qs 7.3%
Chronic Illness and Disease Focus on managing long-term conditions and understanding
Management related patient needs and education. 13 Qs 7.3%
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Concepts related to preoperative and postoperative nursing
Surgical and Postoperative Care care and interventions are emphasized. 13 Qs 7.3%
Emergency and Critical Care This category includes scenarios requiring immediate nursing
Nursing interventions in critical situations. 13 Qs 7.3%
Nutrition and Health Questions related to dietary management, nutritional
Assessment assessments, and implications for health. 13 Qs 7.3%
This topic covers measures to prevent and control infections
Infection Control and Prevention in clinical settings. 13 Qs 7.3%
Legal and Ethical Explores legal responsibilities and ethical dilemmas faced by
Considerations in Nursing nursing professionals. 13 Qs 7.3%
Assessment and Monitoring Focus on vital signs monitoring and assessment skills critical
Techniques for nursing practice. 12 Qs 6.7%
This area emphasizes the importance of educating patients
Patient Education and Advocacy and advocating for their needs. 12 Qs 6.7%
Questions focus on the unique considerations in caring for
Geriatric Nursing older adults. 12 Qs 6.7%
Total Exam Coverage 14 Integrated Topic Modules 179 Qs 100.0%
TOPIC 1: FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING CARE
13 Questions • 7.3% of Exam • This topic includes essential nursing practices and patient care principles.
QUESTION 1
A nurse is caring for a client who has arteriovenous fistula Which of the following
findings should the nurse report?
A. Thrill upon palpation.
B. Absence of a bruit.
C. Distended blood vessels
D. Swishing sound upon auscultation.
Answer: B. Absence of a bruit.
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QUESTION 2
A nurse is providing discharge teaching for a client who has an implantable
cardioverter defibrillator which of the following statements demonstrates
understanding of the teaching?
A. "I will soak in the tub rather and showering"
B. "I will wear loose clothing around my ICD"
C. "I will stop using my microwave oven at home because of my ICD"
D. "I can hold my cellphone on the same side of my body as the ICD"
Answer: B. "I will wear loose clothing around my ICD".
QUESTION 3
A nurse is caring for a client who is in active labor and requests pain
management. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
A. Administer ondansetron.
B. Place the client in a warm shower.
C. Apply fundal pressure during contractions.
D. Assist the client to a supine position.
Answer: B. Place the client in a warm shower.
QUESTION 4
A nurse manager is updating protocols for the use of belt restraints. Which of the
following guidelines should the nurse include?
A. Remove the client's restraint every 4hr
B. Document the client's condition every 15 min
C. Attach the restrain to the bed's side rails
D. Request a PRN restrain prescription for clients who are aggressive
Answer: B. Document the client's condition every 15 min.
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QUESTION 5
A nurse in the PACU is caring for a client who reports nausea. Which of the following
actions should the nurse take first?
A. Turn the client on their side.
B. Administer an analgesic
C. Administer antiemetic
D. Monitor the client's vital signs.
Answer: A. Turn the client on their side.
QUESTION 6
A nurse is working on a surgical unit is developing a care plan for a client who has
paraplegia. The client has an area of nonbankable erythema over his ischium. Which of
the following interventions should the nurse include in the care plan?
A. Place the client upright on a donut-shaped cushion
B. Teach the client to shift his weight every 15 min while sitting
C. Turn and reposition the client every 3 hr while in bed
D. Assess pressure points every 24 hr
Answer: A. Place the client upright on a donut-shaped cushion.
QUESTION 7
A nurse working in a rehabilitation facility is developing a discharge plan for a client
who has left-sided hemiplegia the following actions is the nurse's priority?
A. Consult with a case manager about insurance coverage.
B. Counsel caregivers about respite care options.
C. Ensure that the client has a referral for physical therapy.
D. Refer the client to a local stroke support group.
Answer: C. Ensure that the client has a referral for physical therapy.
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