ATI COMPREHENSIVE PREDICTOR
2020 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
UPDATED 2025 - 2026
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
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)
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.
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.
Signs and symptoms of hypocalcemia? ANSWER : -Extreme twitching, tingling, positive chvostek and
trousseau sign.
Beneficence ANSWER : -Doing good or causing good to be done; kindly action
autonomy ANSWER : -Client having the right to make their own decisions.
Justice ANSWER : -Fair and equal
Fidelity ANSWER : -Loyal and faithfullness
Veracity ANSWER : -honesty, truthfulness
Key priority for an Alzheimer's patient? ANSWER : -Maintaining a safe environment.
2020 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
UPDATED 2025 - 2026
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
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)
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.
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.
Signs and symptoms of hypocalcemia? ANSWER : -Extreme twitching, tingling, positive chvostek and
trousseau sign.
Beneficence ANSWER : -Doing good or causing good to be done; kindly action
autonomy ANSWER : -Client having the right to make their own decisions.
Justice ANSWER : -Fair and equal
Fidelity ANSWER : -Loyal and faithfullness
Veracity ANSWER : -honesty, truthfulness
Key priority for an Alzheimer's patient? ANSWER : -Maintaining a safe environment.
