Master the Essentials with Comprehensive VATI
Predictor Solutions.
VATI PN Comprehensive Predictor Form A, B, and C
Updated Exam Study Guide 2025/2026
What should a nurse instruct an adolescent to monitor when prescribed cefazolin? -
ansDepression
What indicates a parent's understanding of proper car seat use for a newborn? - ansI can place
a rolled towel on each side of my newborn's head until he can hold his head up.
What action should a nurse take for a school-age child experiencing epistaxis? - ansApply
pressure at the bridge of the child's nose.
Which client's statement should a nurse attend to first? - ansMy heartburn pain is going into
my jaw now.
What indicates that a child with varicella is no longer contagious? - ansAll vesicles have
crusted over.
What statement should a nurse expect from a client with a hemoglobin level of 8.8 mg/dL? -
ansI feel tired all the time.
What action should a nurse take if a client reports mild cramping during a cleansing enema? -
ansSlow the rate of instillation.
Which client should a nurse first collect data about? - ansA client with a decreased level of
consciousness and vomiting.
What is the correct action when setting up a sterile field for a dressing change? - ansOpen the
outermost flap of the wrapper toward the body.
What should a nurse frequently remind a client with bipolar disorder experiencing mania? -
ansExpectation for her behavior.
What action should a nurse take for a client with viral pneumonia? - ansAdminister
Azithromycin.
What suggestion should a preceptor make to a nurse struggling with time management? -
ansTry to complete a task before moving on to the next.
What should a nurse use to secure a dressing for an older adult postoperative client? - ansUse
paper tape for securing the new dressing.
What should be included in the plan of care for a client with anorexia nervosa? - ansMaintain
continuity of staff members.
What alteration in perception is indicated by a client with schizophrenia hearing special
messages? - ansHallucination.
What should a nurse teach a postpartum client about bathing her newborn? - ansWash your
newborn's head under a stream of running water.
What challenge does a client with heart failure report regarding their diet? - ansDifficulty
limiting sodium in his diet.
What is the appropriate way to wash a newborn's head? - ansUnder a stream of running
water.
What dietary recommendation should a nurse provide to a client with heart failure to limit
sodium intake? - ansReplace bottled salad dressing with homemade vinegar and oil dressing.
What nonpharmacological pain relief instruction should a nurse give to a postpartum client
with an episiotomy? - ansSit on soft pillows throughout the day.
How should a nurse respond to a client with a new colostomy who is reluctant to resume
sexual relations? - ans"I'm available if you'd like to talk about your concerns."
What transmission precaution should a nurse teach a client with hepatitis C? - ansAvoid
sharing razors with other family members.
,Master the Essentials with Comprehensive VATI
Predictor Solutions.
VATI PN Comprehensive Predictor Form A, B, and C
Updated Exam Study Guide 2025/2026
What statement indicates a need for further teaching about foot care in a diabetic client? -
ans"I will be sure to wear cotton socks."
What intervention should a nurse recommend for a client with bulimia nervosa? - ansObserve
the client for 1 hour after meals.
What is an appropriate referral for a client following a myocardial infarction? -
ansRespiratory therapist for breathing exercises.
What care setting should a nurse recommend for an older adult client who had a total hip
arthroplasty and cannot ambulate independently? - ansSkilled nursing facility.
What food should a nurse recommend for a preschool-age child with celiac disease? -
ansCorn tortillas with black beans.
What isolation precautions should a nurse initiate for a client with mononucleosis? -
ansDroplet precautions.
What instruction should a nurse give to a client about taking sublingual nitroglycerin tablets?
- ansWait 5 minutes between doses.
What client statement indicates transference in a therapeutic relationship? - ans"I feel really
close to you because you remind me of my ex-boyfriend."
What should a nurse monitor for a client who has been placed in restraints? - ansMonitor the
client's skin integrity on a regular schedule.
When should a newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes client be referred for diabetic education? -
ansWhen the client states that he will treat hypoglycemic reactions with 15 g of
carbohydrates.
What action should a nurse take regarding a client's large sum of money before surgery? -
ansContact security personnel to place the money in the facility safe.
What task is appropriate to delegate to assistive personnel on a medical-surgical unit? -
ansAdminister a large-volume enema to a client.
What finding should a nurse expect in a client with a full-thickness burn in the emergent
phase? - ansHypercalcemia.
What is the age of the child being assessed at a well-child visit? - ans18 months old.
What condition is indicated by hypercalcemia? - ansElevated calcium levels in the blood.
At what age should a toddler be able to say at least four words? - ans18 months.
What should a nurse do first if an assistive personnel (AP) refuses an assigned task? -
ansPerform the task themselves.
What dietary restriction should be considered when providing food to a client following a
kosher diet? - ansAvoid providing ham and cheese sandwiches.
Which food has the highest vitamin C content? - ans1 cup of raw broccoli.
What should occur during the orientation phase of the nurse-client relationship? -
ansDefining responsibilities.
Where should the fetal heart monitor be placed to auscultate the fetal heart rate in a right
occiput anterior position? - ansLower left side of the abdomen.
What action by a newly licensed nurse performing suctioning for a tracheostomy should be
intervened upon? - ansSuctioning for 30 seconds.
What interaction should a nurse monitor for a client taking atenolol and a nitroglycerin patch?
- ansHypotension.
, Master the Essentials with Comprehensive VATI
Predictor Solutions.
VATI PN Comprehensive Predictor Form A, B, and C
Updated Exam Study Guide 2025/2026
How should a nurse verify a client's identity before medication administration? - ansUsing a
photograph of the client.
What statement by a client with psoriasis should be reported to the provider? - ans"I try not to
look at the scales on my body."
What documentation should a nurse review to determine potential causes of falls in a long-
term care facility? - ansMedication record.
What task should a nurse assign to an assistive personnel (AP)? - ansComplete post mortem
care for a deceased client.
What manifestation should a client taking allopurinol monitor for Stevens-Johnsons
syndrome? - ansSkin rash with fever.
What indicates understanding of fall precautions by a nurse? - ans"I will instruct the client to
sit when putting on a pair of pants."
Which client should be recommended for discharge after a tornado disaster? - ansA client
with a sodium level of 140 mEq/L after one episode of diarrhea.
What intervention should be included in the care plan for a client with anorexia nervosa? -
ansAdminister liquid supplements.
What should a newly licensed nurse document when floating to a different unit? - ansThe
support nurse who assists with planning care.
What should a nurse document regarding the support nurse in care planning? - ansThe nurse
should document the support nurse who assists with planning care for clients.
What urine output finding should a nurse report for a client with dehydration due to diarrhea?
- ansUrine output of 12 mL/hr.
What action should a nurse take to evaluate the effectiveness of a performance improvement
program? - ansIdentify data collection methods.
In preparing for an external chemical disaster, where should clients be moved? - ansTo a
room above ground with few windows.
What regular assessment should a nurse perform for a client with an arteriovenous (AV)
shunt? - ansCheck for a bruit over the shunt.
What ethical concept is demonstrated when a nurse communicates truthfully about
medication adverse effects? - ansVeracity.
What position should a postoperative client following a subtotal thyroidectomy be placed in?
- ansSemi-fowler's position.
What instruction should a nurse give to parents of a child with Wilms tumor regarding
abdominal palpation? - ansDo not palpate your child's abdomen prior to surgery.
What should a nurse do when finding a school-age child experiencing a tonic-clonic seizure?
- ansPlace a pillow under the child's head.
What position should a client be in during intermittent enteral feedings? - ansHigh-fowler's
position.
What is the priority action for a nurse who suspects intimate partner abuse in a client with
extensive bruising? - ansOffer support and create a safe, trusting environment.
What finding should a nurse expect in a client who recently used methylenedioxy-
methamphetamine? - ansHallucinations.
What indicates a client's understanding of teaching regarding ferrous sulfate elixir? - ansThe
client states they will mix the medication with water.
Predictor Solutions.
VATI PN Comprehensive Predictor Form A, B, and C
Updated Exam Study Guide 2025/2026
What should a nurse instruct an adolescent to monitor when prescribed cefazolin? -
ansDepression
What indicates a parent's understanding of proper car seat use for a newborn? - ansI can place
a rolled towel on each side of my newborn's head until he can hold his head up.
What action should a nurse take for a school-age child experiencing epistaxis? - ansApply
pressure at the bridge of the child's nose.
Which client's statement should a nurse attend to first? - ansMy heartburn pain is going into
my jaw now.
What indicates that a child with varicella is no longer contagious? - ansAll vesicles have
crusted over.
What statement should a nurse expect from a client with a hemoglobin level of 8.8 mg/dL? -
ansI feel tired all the time.
What action should a nurse take if a client reports mild cramping during a cleansing enema? -
ansSlow the rate of instillation.
Which client should a nurse first collect data about? - ansA client with a decreased level of
consciousness and vomiting.
What is the correct action when setting up a sterile field for a dressing change? - ansOpen the
outermost flap of the wrapper toward the body.
What should a nurse frequently remind a client with bipolar disorder experiencing mania? -
ansExpectation for her behavior.
What action should a nurse take for a client with viral pneumonia? - ansAdminister
Azithromycin.
What suggestion should a preceptor make to a nurse struggling with time management? -
ansTry to complete a task before moving on to the next.
What should a nurse use to secure a dressing for an older adult postoperative client? - ansUse
paper tape for securing the new dressing.
What should be included in the plan of care for a client with anorexia nervosa? - ansMaintain
continuity of staff members.
What alteration in perception is indicated by a client with schizophrenia hearing special
messages? - ansHallucination.
What should a nurse teach a postpartum client about bathing her newborn? - ansWash your
newborn's head under a stream of running water.
What challenge does a client with heart failure report regarding their diet? - ansDifficulty
limiting sodium in his diet.
What is the appropriate way to wash a newborn's head? - ansUnder a stream of running
water.
What dietary recommendation should a nurse provide to a client with heart failure to limit
sodium intake? - ansReplace bottled salad dressing with homemade vinegar and oil dressing.
What nonpharmacological pain relief instruction should a nurse give to a postpartum client
with an episiotomy? - ansSit on soft pillows throughout the day.
How should a nurse respond to a client with a new colostomy who is reluctant to resume
sexual relations? - ans"I'm available if you'd like to talk about your concerns."
What transmission precaution should a nurse teach a client with hepatitis C? - ansAvoid
sharing razors with other family members.
,Master the Essentials with Comprehensive VATI
Predictor Solutions.
VATI PN Comprehensive Predictor Form A, B, and C
Updated Exam Study Guide 2025/2026
What statement indicates a need for further teaching about foot care in a diabetic client? -
ans"I will be sure to wear cotton socks."
What intervention should a nurse recommend for a client with bulimia nervosa? - ansObserve
the client for 1 hour after meals.
What is an appropriate referral for a client following a myocardial infarction? -
ansRespiratory therapist for breathing exercises.
What care setting should a nurse recommend for an older adult client who had a total hip
arthroplasty and cannot ambulate independently? - ansSkilled nursing facility.
What food should a nurse recommend for a preschool-age child with celiac disease? -
ansCorn tortillas with black beans.
What isolation precautions should a nurse initiate for a client with mononucleosis? -
ansDroplet precautions.
What instruction should a nurse give to a client about taking sublingual nitroglycerin tablets?
- ansWait 5 minutes between doses.
What client statement indicates transference in a therapeutic relationship? - ans"I feel really
close to you because you remind me of my ex-boyfriend."
What should a nurse monitor for a client who has been placed in restraints? - ansMonitor the
client's skin integrity on a regular schedule.
When should a newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes client be referred for diabetic education? -
ansWhen the client states that he will treat hypoglycemic reactions with 15 g of
carbohydrates.
What action should a nurse take regarding a client's large sum of money before surgery? -
ansContact security personnel to place the money in the facility safe.
What task is appropriate to delegate to assistive personnel on a medical-surgical unit? -
ansAdminister a large-volume enema to a client.
What finding should a nurse expect in a client with a full-thickness burn in the emergent
phase? - ansHypercalcemia.
What is the age of the child being assessed at a well-child visit? - ans18 months old.
What condition is indicated by hypercalcemia? - ansElevated calcium levels in the blood.
At what age should a toddler be able to say at least four words? - ans18 months.
What should a nurse do first if an assistive personnel (AP) refuses an assigned task? -
ansPerform the task themselves.
What dietary restriction should be considered when providing food to a client following a
kosher diet? - ansAvoid providing ham and cheese sandwiches.
Which food has the highest vitamin C content? - ans1 cup of raw broccoli.
What should occur during the orientation phase of the nurse-client relationship? -
ansDefining responsibilities.
Where should the fetal heart monitor be placed to auscultate the fetal heart rate in a right
occiput anterior position? - ansLower left side of the abdomen.
What action by a newly licensed nurse performing suctioning for a tracheostomy should be
intervened upon? - ansSuctioning for 30 seconds.
What interaction should a nurse monitor for a client taking atenolol and a nitroglycerin patch?
- ansHypotension.
, Master the Essentials with Comprehensive VATI
Predictor Solutions.
VATI PN Comprehensive Predictor Form A, B, and C
Updated Exam Study Guide 2025/2026
How should a nurse verify a client's identity before medication administration? - ansUsing a
photograph of the client.
What statement by a client with psoriasis should be reported to the provider? - ans"I try not to
look at the scales on my body."
What documentation should a nurse review to determine potential causes of falls in a long-
term care facility? - ansMedication record.
What task should a nurse assign to an assistive personnel (AP)? - ansComplete post mortem
care for a deceased client.
What manifestation should a client taking allopurinol monitor for Stevens-Johnsons
syndrome? - ansSkin rash with fever.
What indicates understanding of fall precautions by a nurse? - ans"I will instruct the client to
sit when putting on a pair of pants."
Which client should be recommended for discharge after a tornado disaster? - ansA client
with a sodium level of 140 mEq/L after one episode of diarrhea.
What intervention should be included in the care plan for a client with anorexia nervosa? -
ansAdminister liquid supplements.
What should a newly licensed nurse document when floating to a different unit? - ansThe
support nurse who assists with planning care.
What should a nurse document regarding the support nurse in care planning? - ansThe nurse
should document the support nurse who assists with planning care for clients.
What urine output finding should a nurse report for a client with dehydration due to diarrhea?
- ansUrine output of 12 mL/hr.
What action should a nurse take to evaluate the effectiveness of a performance improvement
program? - ansIdentify data collection methods.
In preparing for an external chemical disaster, where should clients be moved? - ansTo a
room above ground with few windows.
What regular assessment should a nurse perform for a client with an arteriovenous (AV)
shunt? - ansCheck for a bruit over the shunt.
What ethical concept is demonstrated when a nurse communicates truthfully about
medication adverse effects? - ansVeracity.
What position should a postoperative client following a subtotal thyroidectomy be placed in?
- ansSemi-fowler's position.
What instruction should a nurse give to parents of a child with Wilms tumor regarding
abdominal palpation? - ansDo not palpate your child's abdomen prior to surgery.
What should a nurse do when finding a school-age child experiencing a tonic-clonic seizure?
- ansPlace a pillow under the child's head.
What position should a client be in during intermittent enteral feedings? - ansHigh-fowler's
position.
What is the priority action for a nurse who suspects intimate partner abuse in a client with
extensive bruising? - ansOffer support and create a safe, trusting environment.
What finding should a nurse expect in a client who recently used methylenedioxy-
methamphetamine? - ansHallucinations.
What indicates a client's understanding of teaching regarding ferrous sulfate elixir? - ansThe
client states they will mix the medication with water.
