ATI RN
ATI n120 Med Surg Exam Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client who following prescribed multiple medications for recurring urinary tract infections tells the nurse that her urine has turned red-orange. Which of the following prescribed medications does the nurse suspect is responsible for this change?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Phenazopyridine commonly causes red-orange urine, a harmless side effect, unlike other medications or UTI itself.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is discussing the benefits of early ambulation after surgery with a preoperative client. Which of the following statements would be incorrect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Early ambulation promotes wound healing by improving circulation, not delaying it or increasing infection risk.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assessing a patient in the immediate post-operative phase. Which of the following assessment findings would be most indicative of post-operative hemorrhage?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tachycardia and hypotension are classic signs of hemorrhage due to compensatory mechanisms, unlike respiratory changes, fever, or confusion.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer ceftriaxone 1g via intermittent IV bolus over 60 min. Available is 1 g ceftriaxone sodium in 250 mL dextrose 5% in water. The nurse should set the pump can deliver how many mL/hr? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Calculation: 250 mL ÷ 60 min × 60 min/hr = 250 mL/hr.
Question 5 of 5
A patient with musculoskeletal trauma asks the nurse about the difference between a strain and a sprain. Which of the following is a correct statement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A sprain involves ligament damage at a joint, unlike strains (muscle/tendon) or incorrect associations with fractures or heat treatment.