ATI COMPREHENSIVE PREDICTOR 2020 EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100% CORRECT!!
,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)
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.
How can you provide a safe environment for an Alzheimer's patient? - ANSWER
Frequent monitoring/visual checks, keep clients from stairs, elevators, and exit. Remove
or secure dangerous items. Provide frequent walks to reduce wondering, maintain a
sleeping schedule. Provide verbal and nonverbal ways to communicate.
If a client with Alzheimers is unable to sit for long periods of time, what should you do as
a nurse? - ANSWER Offer snack or finger foods
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100% CORRECT!!
,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)
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.
How can you provide a safe environment for an Alzheimer's patient? - ANSWER
Frequent monitoring/visual checks, keep clients from stairs, elevators, and exit. Remove
or secure dangerous items. Provide frequent walks to reduce wondering, maintain a
sleeping schedule. Provide verbal and nonverbal ways to communicate.
If a client with Alzheimers is unable to sit for long periods of time, what should you do as
a nurse? - ANSWER Offer snack or finger foods
