Ace Your VATI Predictor: 2026 Practice
Exam with 100 Questions & Detailed Answer
Explanations
Description:
Conquer your VATI Comprehensive Predictor exam with confidence. This expertly crafted
2026 practice test features 100 challenging questions covering all key topics—from
pharmacology and med-surg to maternity and mental health. Each question includes detailed
answer explanations to solidify your understanding and sharpen your critical thinking skills,
ensuring you're fully prepared for the actual exam. Perfect your test-taking strategy, identify your
weak spots, and walk into your exam day ready to succeed.
Download your key to confidence and pass your predictor exam on the first try!
, VATI Comprehensive Predictor Practice Exam & Questions 2026
1. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a postpartum client. Which of the following should the
nurse explain as the most important reason for staff to wear identification?
a) Enhancing professional appearance
b) Reducing the risk of newborn abduction
c) Improving communication with clients
d) Complying with hospital policy
Answer: b) Reducing the risk of newborn abduction
Explanation: The primary reason for staff to wear visible identification in a postpartum unit is a
security measure to prevent unauthorized individuals from removing an infant, thereby reducing
the risk of abduction.
2. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who plans to bottle-feed her newborn. Which of
the following statements indicates an understanding of the instructions?
a) "I will feed my baby on a strict schedule every 4 hours."
b) "I will feed my baby six to eight times a day."
c) "I will wait for my baby to cry to indicate hunger."
d) "I will offer water between feedings."
Answer: b) "I will feed my baby six to eight times a day."
Explanation: Newborns typically need to be fed every 2-3 hours, which equates to 6-8 times in
a 24-hour period, to ensure adequate nutrition and hydration.
3. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client diagnosed with osteoarthritis who reports joint
pain, swelling, and stiffness. Which of the following client statements indicates understanding of
the teaching?
a) "I will apply ice packs to my joints for 20 minutes at a time."
b) "I will exercise my joints as much as I can when they are inflamed."
c) "I will rest my joints completely during periods of inflammation."
d) "I will take a hot bath first thing in the morning."
,Answer: a) "I will apply ice packs to my joints for 20 minutes at a time."
Explanation: During acute inflammation, applying ice can help reduce swelling and pain.
Exercise is important for maintaining joint mobility but should be gentle and not performed
during acute flare-ups.
4. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is scheduled for a mammogram. Which of
the following instructions should the nurse include?
a) "Drink only clear liquids for 12 hours before the test."
b) "Refrain from using deodorant on the morning of the test."
c) "Take a laxative the evening before the procedure."
d) "Avoid caffeine for 24 hours prior to the exam."
Answer: b) "Refrain from using deodorant on the morning of the test."
Explanation: Antiperspirants and deodorants can contain metallic particles that may show up on
the mammogram images, appearing as microcalcifications and interfering with accurate
interpretation.
5. A nurse is preparing a client's insulin regimen. Which of the following insulins can be mixed?
a) Insulin glargine and NPH insulin
b) Insulin aspart, regular insulin, insulin lispro
c) Insulin detemir and insulin glargine
d) Regular insulin and insulin glargine
Answer: b) Insulin aspart, regular insulin, insulin lispro
Explanation: Rapid-acting insulins (aspart, lispro) and short-acting insulin (regular) can be
mixed with each other or with intermediate-acting (NPH) insulin. Long-acting insulins (glargine,
detemir) should not be mixed with other insulins.
6. A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client who is postoperative following laser
surgery for open-angle glaucoma. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an
understanding of the instructions?
a) "I will avoid bending at the waist for several weeks."
b) "I will take a stool softener to prevent constipation."
, c) "I will wear an eye shield only at night."
d) "I can resume swimming in one week."
Answer: b) "I will take a stool softener to prevent constipation."
Explanation: Straining during a bowel movement can increase intraocular pressure, which is
dangerous after glaucoma surgery. A stool softener helps prevent this complication.
7. A nurse is caring for a client who had a stroke and is having difficulty swallowing. The nurse
should recommend a referral to which of the following members of the interprofessional team?
a) Physical therapist
b) Occupational therapist
c) Speech therapist
d) Respiratory therapist
Answer: c) Speech therapist
Explanation: Speech-language pathologists (speech therapists) are specialists in assessing and
managing swallowing disorders (dysphagia), which are common after a stroke.
8. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is 12 hr postpartum and has an episiotomy.
Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
a) "Use a perineal squeeze bottle filled with hydrogen peroxide."
b) "Change the perineal pad with each void."
c) "Take sitz baths for no longer than 5 minutes."
d) "Apply ice packs continuously for the first 48 hours."
Answer: b) "Change the perineal pad with each void."
Explanation: Changing the perineal pad with each void helps to keep the incision clean and dry,
promoting healing and reducing the risk of infection.
9. A nurse is collecting data from a child who has acute Glomerulonephritis. Which of the
following findings should the nurse expect?
a) Hypertension
b) Periorbital edema
Exam with 100 Questions & Detailed Answer
Explanations
Description:
Conquer your VATI Comprehensive Predictor exam with confidence. This expertly crafted
2026 practice test features 100 challenging questions covering all key topics—from
pharmacology and med-surg to maternity and mental health. Each question includes detailed
answer explanations to solidify your understanding and sharpen your critical thinking skills,
ensuring you're fully prepared for the actual exam. Perfect your test-taking strategy, identify your
weak spots, and walk into your exam day ready to succeed.
Download your key to confidence and pass your predictor exam on the first try!
, VATI Comprehensive Predictor Practice Exam & Questions 2026
1. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a postpartum client. Which of the following should the
nurse explain as the most important reason for staff to wear identification?
a) Enhancing professional appearance
b) Reducing the risk of newborn abduction
c) Improving communication with clients
d) Complying with hospital policy
Answer: b) Reducing the risk of newborn abduction
Explanation: The primary reason for staff to wear visible identification in a postpartum unit is a
security measure to prevent unauthorized individuals from removing an infant, thereby reducing
the risk of abduction.
2. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who plans to bottle-feed her newborn. Which of
the following statements indicates an understanding of the instructions?
a) "I will feed my baby on a strict schedule every 4 hours."
b) "I will feed my baby six to eight times a day."
c) "I will wait for my baby to cry to indicate hunger."
d) "I will offer water between feedings."
Answer: b) "I will feed my baby six to eight times a day."
Explanation: Newborns typically need to be fed every 2-3 hours, which equates to 6-8 times in
a 24-hour period, to ensure adequate nutrition and hydration.
3. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client diagnosed with osteoarthritis who reports joint
pain, swelling, and stiffness. Which of the following client statements indicates understanding of
the teaching?
a) "I will apply ice packs to my joints for 20 minutes at a time."
b) "I will exercise my joints as much as I can when they are inflamed."
c) "I will rest my joints completely during periods of inflammation."
d) "I will take a hot bath first thing in the morning."
,Answer: a) "I will apply ice packs to my joints for 20 minutes at a time."
Explanation: During acute inflammation, applying ice can help reduce swelling and pain.
Exercise is important for maintaining joint mobility but should be gentle and not performed
during acute flare-ups.
4. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is scheduled for a mammogram. Which of
the following instructions should the nurse include?
a) "Drink only clear liquids for 12 hours before the test."
b) "Refrain from using deodorant on the morning of the test."
c) "Take a laxative the evening before the procedure."
d) "Avoid caffeine for 24 hours prior to the exam."
Answer: b) "Refrain from using deodorant on the morning of the test."
Explanation: Antiperspirants and deodorants can contain metallic particles that may show up on
the mammogram images, appearing as microcalcifications and interfering with accurate
interpretation.
5. A nurse is preparing a client's insulin regimen. Which of the following insulins can be mixed?
a) Insulin glargine and NPH insulin
b) Insulin aspart, regular insulin, insulin lispro
c) Insulin detemir and insulin glargine
d) Regular insulin and insulin glargine
Answer: b) Insulin aspart, regular insulin, insulin lispro
Explanation: Rapid-acting insulins (aspart, lispro) and short-acting insulin (regular) can be
mixed with each other or with intermediate-acting (NPH) insulin. Long-acting insulins (glargine,
detemir) should not be mixed with other insulins.
6. A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client who is postoperative following laser
surgery for open-angle glaucoma. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an
understanding of the instructions?
a) "I will avoid bending at the waist for several weeks."
b) "I will take a stool softener to prevent constipation."
, c) "I will wear an eye shield only at night."
d) "I can resume swimming in one week."
Answer: b) "I will take a stool softener to prevent constipation."
Explanation: Straining during a bowel movement can increase intraocular pressure, which is
dangerous after glaucoma surgery. A stool softener helps prevent this complication.
7. A nurse is caring for a client who had a stroke and is having difficulty swallowing. The nurse
should recommend a referral to which of the following members of the interprofessional team?
a) Physical therapist
b) Occupational therapist
c) Speech therapist
d) Respiratory therapist
Answer: c) Speech therapist
Explanation: Speech-language pathologists (speech therapists) are specialists in assessing and
managing swallowing disorders (dysphagia), which are common after a stroke.
8. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is 12 hr postpartum and has an episiotomy.
Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
a) "Use a perineal squeeze bottle filled with hydrogen peroxide."
b) "Change the perineal pad with each void."
c) "Take sitz baths for no longer than 5 minutes."
d) "Apply ice packs continuously for the first 48 hours."
Answer: b) "Change the perineal pad with each void."
Explanation: Changing the perineal pad with each void helps to keep the incision clean and dry,
promoting healing and reducing the risk of infection.
9. A nurse is collecting data from a child who has acute Glomerulonephritis. Which of the
following findings should the nurse expect?
a) Hypertension
b) Periorbital edema
