ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2020
ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2020
Review Questions (226 terms) with
Certified Solutions Update 2023-2024.
Signs/Symptoms of Hypothyroidism - Answer: Intolerance to cold, constipation,
weight gain, thick-brittle fingernails, bradycardia, hypotension
Nursing care for hypothyroidism - Answer: Monitor for low BP, bradycardia,
edema and monitor weight.
A task an AP can do - Answer: Specimen collection
A task an AP can do - Answer: Obtain clean urine specimen samples
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What is something you would report if a patient has hypothyrodism - Answer:
Chest pain
Drug of choice for hypothyroidism - Answer: levothyroxine
Levothyroxine can increase the effects of? - Answer: Warfarin
What is the antidote for warfarin? - Answer: Vitamin K
How many mg of minerals are required through dietary sources each day? -
Answer: 100mg
Nursing actions when a patient is taking phosphorus? - Answer: Evaluate the use
of antacids and use of alcohol because alcohol impairs absorption
Colostomies end in the - Answer: Colon
Ileostomies end in the - Answer: Ileum
Stool samples should come from where? - Answer: Fresh stools, avoid
contaminating with water or urine.
How far do you insert a rectal tube during an enema for an adult? - Answer: 7.5 to
10 cm (3 to 4 inches)
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How far do you insert a rectal tube during an enema for a child? - Answer: 5 to 7.5
cm (2 to 3 inches)
Ostomy care includes - Answer: Wash hands. Don gloves. Remove pouch from
stoma. Stoma should be moist, shiny and pink. Use mild soap and water to cleanse
it. Cut about 1/8 inch larger to fit over.
Arthroplasty refers to the surgical removal of what? - Answer: A diseased joint
due to osteoarthritis, osteonecrosis, rheumatoid arthritis, trauma or congenital
anomalies, and replaced with prosthetics or artificial components made of metal
or plastic.
Post-op care of a patient recovering from a knee arthroplasty? - Answer: Avoid
knee gatches and pillows, place one pillow under the lower calf and foot to cause
a slight extension of the knee joint, and to prevent flexion contracturas. The knee
can rest flat on the bed. Place a small pillow/blanket above the ankle area to keep
heals off the bed.
Post-op care of a patient recovering from a hip arthroplasty? - Answer: Monitor
HgB and HCT levels. They can continue to drop for 48 hours after and
neuromuscular status every 2-4 hours. Apply ice following ambulation to decrease
pain.
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How would you position a patient recovering from a hip arthroplasty? - Answer:
Place head slightly elevated with the affected leg in neutral position. Place a pillow
or abduction device between the legs when turning to the unaffected side. DO
NOT TURN TO THE OPERATIVE SIDE.
How do you store nitroglycerin tablets? - Answer: Store tablets in original bottles
and in a cool, dark place.
Post-op care instructions for a patient who has a thyroidectomy? - Answer: Keep
client in a semi-Fowler's position. Support head and neck with pillows, AVOID
NECK EXTENSION.
How long do you monitor VS after a patient has a thyroidectomy? - Answer: Every
15 minutes until stable then every 30.
How often should deep-breathing exercises be performed after a thyroidectomy? -
Answer: Every 30 to 60 minutes.
Most important assessment after a thyroidectomy is what? - Answer: Assess the
neck and back of neck for bleeding. This can cause the patient to hemorrhage.
What else should you assess for after a thyroidectomy? - Answer: Check for
indications of hypocalcemia, or tetany.
ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2020
Review Questions (226 terms) with
Certified Solutions Update 2023-2024.
Signs/Symptoms of Hypothyroidism - Answer: Intolerance to cold, constipation,
weight gain, thick-brittle fingernails, bradycardia, hypotension
Nursing care for hypothyroidism - Answer: Monitor for low BP, bradycardia,
edema and monitor weight.
A task an AP can do - Answer: Specimen collection
A task an AP can do - Answer: Obtain clean urine specimen samples
, ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2020
What is something you would report if a patient has hypothyrodism - Answer:
Chest pain
Drug of choice for hypothyroidism - Answer: levothyroxine
Levothyroxine can increase the effects of? - Answer: Warfarin
What is the antidote for warfarin? - Answer: Vitamin K
How many mg of minerals are required through dietary sources each day? -
Answer: 100mg
Nursing actions when a patient is taking phosphorus? - Answer: Evaluate the use
of antacids and use of alcohol because alcohol impairs absorption
Colostomies end in the - Answer: Colon
Ileostomies end in the - Answer: Ileum
Stool samples should come from where? - Answer: Fresh stools, avoid
contaminating with water or urine.
How far do you insert a rectal tube during an enema for an adult? - Answer: 7.5 to
10 cm (3 to 4 inches)
, ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2020
How far do you insert a rectal tube during an enema for a child? - Answer: 5 to 7.5
cm (2 to 3 inches)
Ostomy care includes - Answer: Wash hands. Don gloves. Remove pouch from
stoma. Stoma should be moist, shiny and pink. Use mild soap and water to cleanse
it. Cut about 1/8 inch larger to fit over.
Arthroplasty refers to the surgical removal of what? - Answer: A diseased joint
due to osteoarthritis, osteonecrosis, rheumatoid arthritis, trauma or congenital
anomalies, and replaced with prosthetics or artificial components made of metal
or plastic.
Post-op care of a patient recovering from a knee arthroplasty? - Answer: Avoid
knee gatches and pillows, place one pillow under the lower calf and foot to cause
a slight extension of the knee joint, and to prevent flexion contracturas. The knee
can rest flat on the bed. Place a small pillow/blanket above the ankle area to keep
heals off the bed.
Post-op care of a patient recovering from a hip arthroplasty? - Answer: Monitor
HgB and HCT levels. They can continue to drop for 48 hours after and
neuromuscular status every 2-4 hours. Apply ice following ambulation to decrease
pain.
, ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2020
How would you position a patient recovering from a hip arthroplasty? - Answer:
Place head slightly elevated with the affected leg in neutral position. Place a pillow
or abduction device between the legs when turning to the unaffected side. DO
NOT TURN TO THE OPERATIVE SIDE.
How do you store nitroglycerin tablets? - Answer: Store tablets in original bottles
and in a cool, dark place.
Post-op care instructions for a patient who has a thyroidectomy? - Answer: Keep
client in a semi-Fowler's position. Support head and neck with pillows, AVOID
NECK EXTENSION.
How long do you monitor VS after a patient has a thyroidectomy? - Answer: Every
15 minutes until stable then every 30.
How often should deep-breathing exercises be performed after a thyroidectomy? -
Answer: Every 30 to 60 minutes.
Most important assessment after a thyroidectomy is what? - Answer: Assess the
neck and back of neck for bleeding. This can cause the patient to hemorrhage.
What else should you assess for after a thyroidectomy? - Answer: Check for
indications of hypocalcemia, or tetany.
