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ATI N 1201222 Med Surg Final Exam Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is educating nursing students on how to properly administer potassium chloride (KCL) via infusion. Which of the following statements below are true regarding KCL administration?
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Insulin/dextrose treats hyperkalemia, IV KCL is never pushed to avoid arrhythmias, and infusion may cause irritation. Push boluses are dangerous, and position is irrelevant.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching the family of a client who has a new diagnosis of epilepsy about actions to take if the client experiences a seizure. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Moving objects away prevents injury during a seizure. Restraining risks harm, lying on back increases aspiration risk, and tongue blades can cause injury.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has peptic ulcer disease. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following findings as an indication of gastrointestinal perforation?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sudden abdominal pain signals gastrointestinal perforation, requiring urgent intervention. Bradycardia, hyperactive sounds, and hypertension are less specific.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client prior to the administration of morphine. The nurse should recognize which assessment is the priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Respiratory rate is critical before morphine due to risk of respiratory depression. Urine output, bowel sounds, and pupil reaction are secondary.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who has gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Elevating the bed head reduces GERD symptoms by preventing acid reflux. Bedtime snacks, ignoring food triggers, and large meals worsen symptoms.