ATI Comprehensive
Predictor Practice
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1. A nurse is caring for a client with chest pain. Which action
is priority?
A. Obtain a full history
B. Administer oxygen
C. Start IV fluids
D. Draw blood for labs
,Answer: B. Administer oxygen
Rationale: Oxygen increases myocardial oxygenation and is
the first priority in suspected ischemia.
2. Which lab value indicates hypokalemia?
A. 3.0 mEq/L
B. 5.2 mEq/L
C. 4.5 mEq/L
D. 6.0 mEq/L
Answer: A. 3.0 mEq/L
Rationale: Normal potassium is 3.5–5.0 mEq/L; 3.0 indicates
hypokalemia.
3. A post-op patient has sudden dyspnea and chest pain.
What should the nurse suspect?
A. Pneumonia
B. Pulmonary embolism
C. Atelectasis
D. Heartburn
Answer: B. Pulmonary embolism
Rationale: Sudden dyspnea and chest pain post-op strongly
suggest PE.
4. Which medication requires monitoring for ototoxicity?
A. Acetaminophen
B. Furosemide
,C. Metformin
D. Lisinopril
Answer: B. Furosemide
Rationale: Loop diuretics can cause ototoxicity.
5. What is the priority intervention for hypoglycemia?
A. Give insulin
B. Provide 15g fast-acting carbohydrate
C. Restrict fluids
D. Administer glucagon IV
Answer: B. Provide 15g fast-acting carbohydrate
Rationale: Oral glucose is first-line if patient is conscious.
6. Which isolation precaution is required for tuberculosis?
A. Contact
B. Droplet
C. Airborne
D. Standard only
Answer: C. Airborne
Rationale: TB is transmitted via airborne particles.
7. A newborn has cyanosis and harsh murmur. This
suggests:
A. Patent ductus arteriosus
B. Ventricular septal defect
C. Tetralogy of Fallot
, D. Coarctation of aorta
Answer: C. Tetralogy of Fallot
Rationale: Classic “tet spells” cause cyanosis.
8. Normal respiratory rate for adults is:
A. 8–10
B. 10–12
C. 12–20
D. 20–28
Answer: C. 12–20
Rationale: Normal adult RR is 12–20 breaths/min.
9. Which finding indicates lithium toxicity?
A. Tremors
B. Bradycardia
C. Constipation
D. Hypothermia
Answer: A. Tremors
Rationale: Tremors are early signs of lithium toxicity.
10. Priority action for active seizure:
A. Restrain patient
B. Insert tongue blade
C. Protect airway
D. Give oral fluids
Predictor Practice
Exam Questions And
Correct Answers
(Verified Answers)
Plus Rationales
2025/2026 Q&A |
Instant Download Pdf
1. A nurse is caring for a client with chest pain. Which action
is priority?
A. Obtain a full history
B. Administer oxygen
C. Start IV fluids
D. Draw blood for labs
,Answer: B. Administer oxygen
Rationale: Oxygen increases myocardial oxygenation and is
the first priority in suspected ischemia.
2. Which lab value indicates hypokalemia?
A. 3.0 mEq/L
B. 5.2 mEq/L
C. 4.5 mEq/L
D. 6.0 mEq/L
Answer: A. 3.0 mEq/L
Rationale: Normal potassium is 3.5–5.0 mEq/L; 3.0 indicates
hypokalemia.
3. A post-op patient has sudden dyspnea and chest pain.
What should the nurse suspect?
A. Pneumonia
B. Pulmonary embolism
C. Atelectasis
D. Heartburn
Answer: B. Pulmonary embolism
Rationale: Sudden dyspnea and chest pain post-op strongly
suggest PE.
4. Which medication requires monitoring for ototoxicity?
A. Acetaminophen
B. Furosemide
,C. Metformin
D. Lisinopril
Answer: B. Furosemide
Rationale: Loop diuretics can cause ototoxicity.
5. What is the priority intervention for hypoglycemia?
A. Give insulin
B. Provide 15g fast-acting carbohydrate
C. Restrict fluids
D. Administer glucagon IV
Answer: B. Provide 15g fast-acting carbohydrate
Rationale: Oral glucose is first-line if patient is conscious.
6. Which isolation precaution is required for tuberculosis?
A. Contact
B. Droplet
C. Airborne
D. Standard only
Answer: C. Airborne
Rationale: TB is transmitted via airborne particles.
7. A newborn has cyanosis and harsh murmur. This
suggests:
A. Patent ductus arteriosus
B. Ventricular septal defect
C. Tetralogy of Fallot
, D. Coarctation of aorta
Answer: C. Tetralogy of Fallot
Rationale: Classic “tet spells” cause cyanosis.
8. Normal respiratory rate for adults is:
A. 8–10
B. 10–12
C. 12–20
D. 20–28
Answer: C. 12–20
Rationale: Normal adult RR is 12–20 breaths/min.
9. Which finding indicates lithium toxicity?
A. Tremors
B. Bradycardia
C. Constipation
D. Hypothermia
Answer: A. Tremors
Rationale: Tremors are early signs of lithium toxicity.
10. Priority action for active seizure:
A. Restrain patient
B. Insert tongue blade
C. Protect airway
D. Give oral fluids
