ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 1A Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving IV fluids to correct dehydration. Which of the following laboratory values should indicate to the nurse that the client is effectively responding to treatment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Urine specific gravity of 1.020 is normal, indicating the kidneys are concentrating urine properly, suggesting improved hydration.
Question 2 of 5
A newly hired nurse is preparing to remove a client's IV catheter. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Reviewing the facility's policies ensures the nurse follows standardized, safe procedures specific to the institution.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a group of adult athletes about prevention of the effects of dehydration on the body. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dehydration impairs nervous system function, leading to decreased coordination and impaired motor control.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving an IV infusion of dextrose 10% in water. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dextrose 10% provides glucose, which can increase blood glucose levels, leading to hyperglycemia.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer potassium chloride 20 mEq suspension PO daily. The amount available is potassium chloride suspension 10 mEq/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth/whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale: Divide desired dose (20 mEq) by concentration (10 mEq/mL): 20 / 10 = 2 mL.