ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Final Exam Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has peripheral artery disease for potential safety concerns. Which of the following client statements should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Balance issues increase fall risk, a significant safety concern in peripheral artery disease, requiring provider evaluation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has heart failure and has been taking digoxin 0.25 mg daily. The client refuses breakfast and reports nausea. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Checking vital signs assesses for digoxin toxicity, which can cause nausea and requires immediate evaluation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching for a client who was admitted with diabetes insipidus. Which of the following teaching topics should be prioritized?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The benefit of a medical alert bracelet is paramount for ensuring appropriate emergency care for diabetes insipidus patients.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is measuring the vital signs of a client he suspects has hypovolemic shock. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Low blood pressure and high pulse rate are indicative of hypovolemic shock, with the high pulse rate being a compensatory mechanism to maintain cardiac output.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is in hemorrhagic shock and has a prescription for packed red blood cells. Which type of blood can be administered to the client while awaiting blood from a type and cross-match?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Type O negative blood is the universal donor and can be safely administered in emergencies.