VATI RN COMPREHENSIVE PREDICTOR
REMEDIATION PRACTICE TEST 2026
QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS GRADED A+
◉ Caring for a Client Who Is Receiving Radiation Therapy (Nutrition
6.0 Ch. 16) Answer: External
• Monitor for adverse effects: skin changes, such as blanching,
erythema, desquamation, sloughing, or hemorrhage; ulcerations
of mucous membranes; nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, or
gastrointestinal bleeding.
• Assess lungs for rales, which may indicate interstitial exudate.
Observe for any dyspnea or changes in respiratory pattern.
• Identify and record any medications that the client will be
taking during the radiation treatment.
• Monitor white blood cell counts and platelet counts for significant
decreases.
• Wash the skin that is marked as the radiation site only with
plain water, no soap; do not apply deodorant, lotions, medications,
perfume, or talcum powder to the site during the treatment
period.Take care not to wash off the treatment marks.
,• Do not rub, scratch, or scrub treated skin areas. If necessary, use
only an electric razor to shave the treated area.
• Apply neither heat nor cold (e.g., heating pad or ice pack) to the
treatment site.
• Inspect the skin for damage or serious changes, and report
these to the radiologist or physician.
Internal
• Place the client in a private room.
• Limit visits to 10 to 30 minutes, and have visitors sit at least
6 feet from the client.
• Monitor for side effects such as burning sensations, excessive
perspiration, chills and fever, nausea and vomiting, or diarrhea.
• Assess for fistulas or necrosis of adjacent tissues.
• While a temporary implant is in place, stay in bed and rest
quietly to avoid dislodging the implant.
• For outpatient treatments, avoid close contact with others until
treatment has been discontinued.
• If the radiologist indicates the need for such measures, dispose
of excretory materials in special containers or in a toilet not
used by others.
, • Carry out daily activities as able; get extra rest if feeling
fatigued.
• Eat a balanced diet; fr
◉ Action to Take Prior to Cardiac Catheterization
(AMS RN 10.0 Ch 27) Answer: • Verify that the consent form is
signed.
• Maintain clients on NPO status for at least 8 hr (risk for aspiration
when lying flat for the procedure).
• Check for iodine/shellfish allergy (contrast media).
• Administer premedications as prescribed [methylprednisone
(Solu-Medrol), diphenhydramine (Benadryl and a mild sedative)].
• Shave and antiseptically prepare the catheterization site according
to agency policy
Instruct clients that they can be awake and sedated during
procedure. A local anesthetic should be used. A small incision is
made, often in the groin to insert the catheter. Clients can feel warm
and flushed when the dye is inserted. After the procedure, clients
must keep the affected leg straight. Pressure (a sandbag) can be
placed on the incision to prevent bleeding.
◉ Clinical Manifestations of Hypervolemia
REMEDIATION PRACTICE TEST 2026
QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS GRADED A+
◉ Caring for a Client Who Is Receiving Radiation Therapy (Nutrition
6.0 Ch. 16) Answer: External
• Monitor for adverse effects: skin changes, such as blanching,
erythema, desquamation, sloughing, or hemorrhage; ulcerations
of mucous membranes; nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, or
gastrointestinal bleeding.
• Assess lungs for rales, which may indicate interstitial exudate.
Observe for any dyspnea or changes in respiratory pattern.
• Identify and record any medications that the client will be
taking during the radiation treatment.
• Monitor white blood cell counts and platelet counts for significant
decreases.
• Wash the skin that is marked as the radiation site only with
plain water, no soap; do not apply deodorant, lotions, medications,
perfume, or talcum powder to the site during the treatment
period.Take care not to wash off the treatment marks.
,• Do not rub, scratch, or scrub treated skin areas. If necessary, use
only an electric razor to shave the treated area.
• Apply neither heat nor cold (e.g., heating pad or ice pack) to the
treatment site.
• Inspect the skin for damage or serious changes, and report
these to the radiologist or physician.
Internal
• Place the client in a private room.
• Limit visits to 10 to 30 minutes, and have visitors sit at least
6 feet from the client.
• Monitor for side effects such as burning sensations, excessive
perspiration, chills and fever, nausea and vomiting, or diarrhea.
• Assess for fistulas or necrosis of adjacent tissues.
• While a temporary implant is in place, stay in bed and rest
quietly to avoid dislodging the implant.
• For outpatient treatments, avoid close contact with others until
treatment has been discontinued.
• If the radiologist indicates the need for such measures, dispose
of excretory materials in special containers or in a toilet not
used by others.
, • Carry out daily activities as able; get extra rest if feeling
fatigued.
• Eat a balanced diet; fr
◉ Action to Take Prior to Cardiac Catheterization
(AMS RN 10.0 Ch 27) Answer: • Verify that the consent form is
signed.
• Maintain clients on NPO status for at least 8 hr (risk for aspiration
when lying flat for the procedure).
• Check for iodine/shellfish allergy (contrast media).
• Administer premedications as prescribed [methylprednisone
(Solu-Medrol), diphenhydramine (Benadryl and a mild sedative)].
• Shave and antiseptically prepare the catheterization site according
to agency policy
Instruct clients that they can be awake and sedated during
procedure. A local anesthetic should be used. A small incision is
made, often in the groin to insert the catheter. Clients can feel warm
and flushed when the dye is inserted. After the procedure, clients
must keep the affected leg straight. Pressure (a sandbag) can be
placed on the incision to prevent bleeding.
◉ Clinical Manifestations of Hypervolemia
