ATI PN PREDICTOR EXAM
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Study Guide Snapshot (Key Focus Areas for PN Predictor)
1. Fundamentals of Nursing – Infection control (Standard/Transmission-
Based Precautions), legal/ethical issues (informed consent, advance
directives), Maslow’s hierarchy, therapeutic communication, vital signs
(adult norms), fall risk assessment.
2. Pharmacology – Antibiotics (penicillins, vancomycin), antihypertensives
(beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors), anticoagulants (heparin, warfarin), insulins
(peak/onset), diuretics (furosemide, HCTZ), medication administration
rights, adverse effects.
3. Medical-Surgical Nursing – Heart failure, COPD/asthma, diabetes mellitus
(DKA/HHS), chronic kidney disease, post-op care, wound healing, pressure
injuries.
4. Maternal-Newborn – Prenatal care, signs of labor, postpartum hemorrhage,
newborn APGAR, breastfeeding complications, preeclampsia/eclampsia.
5. Pediatrics – Developmental milestones (Denver II), vaccinations, croup,
RSV, fever management, dehydration signs.
, 6. Mental Health – Therapeutic milieu, suicide precautions, side effects of
antipsychotics (EPS, NMS), substance withdrawal management.
7. Leadership & Management – Delegation (RN vs LPN vs UAP),
prioritization (ABCs, Maslow, urgent vs non-urgent), incident reports,
HIPAA.
Practice Test Questions (80+)
Format: Each question has 4 options. Correct answer is bolded and
highlighted with rationale.
Section 1: Fundamentals of Nursing (15 questions)
1. A nurse is preparing to insert an indwelling urinary catheter. Which technique is
correct?
A. Wear clean gloves only.
B. Use sterile technique including sterile gloves, drapes, and antiseptic solution.
C. Insert the catheter with bare hands after hand hygiene.
D. Clean the meatus with alcohol swabs in a circular motion.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Indwelling catheter insertion requires sterile technique to prevent
CAUTI. Option A is wrong because clean gloves are insufficient; C violates
sterility; D is wrong because alcohol is not the recommended antiseptic (betadine
or chlorhexidine is used).
2. A client with a history of falls is at risk. Which action should the nurse
prioritize?
A. Keep side rails up at all times.
B. Place a fall risk sign above the bed.
C. Ensure the call light is within reach and the bed is in low position with brakes
locked.
D. Restrain the client to prevent wandering.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Least restrictive but effective fall prevention includes call light access,
MASTERY BUNDLE-Comprehensive
Topic Test (Latest 2026 Edition)||
Questions And Answers With
Rationales/Graded A+/2026
Update/100% Correct /Instant
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80+ Questions | Rationales for Each Answer | Study Guide Outline
Study Guide Snapshot (Key Focus Areas for PN Predictor)
1. Fundamentals of Nursing – Infection control (Standard/Transmission-
Based Precautions), legal/ethical issues (informed consent, advance
directives), Maslow’s hierarchy, therapeutic communication, vital signs
(adult norms), fall risk assessment.
2. Pharmacology – Antibiotics (penicillins, vancomycin), antihypertensives
(beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors), anticoagulants (heparin, warfarin), insulins
(peak/onset), diuretics (furosemide, HCTZ), medication administration
rights, adverse effects.
3. Medical-Surgical Nursing – Heart failure, COPD/asthma, diabetes mellitus
(DKA/HHS), chronic kidney disease, post-op care, wound healing, pressure
injuries.
4. Maternal-Newborn – Prenatal care, signs of labor, postpartum hemorrhage,
newborn APGAR, breastfeeding complications, preeclampsia/eclampsia.
5. Pediatrics – Developmental milestones (Denver II), vaccinations, croup,
RSV, fever management, dehydration signs.
, 6. Mental Health – Therapeutic milieu, suicide precautions, side effects of
antipsychotics (EPS, NMS), substance withdrawal management.
7. Leadership & Management – Delegation (RN vs LPN vs UAP),
prioritization (ABCs, Maslow, urgent vs non-urgent), incident reports,
HIPAA.
Practice Test Questions (80+)
Format: Each question has 4 options. Correct answer is bolded and
highlighted with rationale.
Section 1: Fundamentals of Nursing (15 questions)
1. A nurse is preparing to insert an indwelling urinary catheter. Which technique is
correct?
A. Wear clean gloves only.
B. Use sterile technique including sterile gloves, drapes, and antiseptic solution.
C. Insert the catheter with bare hands after hand hygiene.
D. Clean the meatus with alcohol swabs in a circular motion.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Indwelling catheter insertion requires sterile technique to prevent
CAUTI. Option A is wrong because clean gloves are insufficient; C violates
sterility; D is wrong because alcohol is not the recommended antiseptic (betadine
or chlorhexidine is used).
2. A client with a history of falls is at risk. Which action should the nurse
prioritize?
A. Keep side rails up at all times.
B. Place a fall risk sign above the bed.
C. Ensure the call light is within reach and the bed is in low position with brakes
locked.
D. Restrain the client to prevent wandering.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Least restrictive but effective fall prevention includes call light access,
