ATI Predictor exam Questions with correct answers

A nurse is caring for a client who was admitted for acute alcohol delirium withdrawal 2 days ago. Which of the following findings is associated with this diagnosis? A. Increased appetite B. Elevated Temperature C. Bradycardia D. Drowsiness - ANSWER-Elevated Temperature Rationale: The content of this question emphasizes the concept of client-centered care through identifying findings associated with a client's diagnosis. Client-centered care focuses on the client and emphasizes the client's cultural, ethnic, and social values. The identification of expected and unexpected findings associated with a client's diagnosis assists the nurse to distinguish possible unrelated complications the client might be experiencing, which indicates the need for further investigation. The specific focus on the client enhances the provision of safe, quality nursing care. An elevated temperature is a finding associated with acute alcohol delirium. A nurse working in a hospice facility is talking to a client's son who is distressed because his mother cries frequently and says she wants to die. Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate? A. "I know this must be difficult, but your mother will calm down soon." B. "Lets discuss some strategies you can use when this happens again." C. Individua