ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nursing 200 Exam Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client who has had long standing hypertension has been prescribed a clonidine patch. Which discharge instruction should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rotating application sites and inspecting skin prevents irritation or allergic reactions, ensuring safe use of the clonidine patch.
Question 2 of 5
The client diagnosed with vitamin B12 deficiency presents to the outpatient department for the follow-up evaluation. Which nursing assessment finding indicates that the treatment has been effective? The client:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Resolution of paresthesia indicates effective B12 treatment, as it addresses neurological symptoms of deficiency.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse should instruct a young female adult with sickle cell anemia to do which of the following?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hydration prevents sickle cell crises by reducing blood viscosity, especially in hot weather, unlike the other options.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is reviewing the past medical history of a group of clients. Which client would the nurse suspect as having folic acid deficiency? The:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Crohn's disease impairs folic acid absorption in the small intestine, increasing deficiency risk, unlike the other conditions listed.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who just returned to the nursing unit following a cardiac angiogram and stent insertion. Which action should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing vital signs and the catheter insertion site is critical to detect complications like bleeding or vascular injury immediately after the procedure. Other actions are secondary.