ATI RN
ATI n120 Med Surg Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is reviewing laboratory values for a client receiving a continuous heparin infusion. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT) is used to monitor heparin therapy effectiveness, ensuring a therapeutic dose without excessive bleeding risk.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is evaluating a client with multiple cardiovascular risk factors. Which of the following assessment findings would be most indicative of chronic venous insufficiency?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Chronic venous insufficiency causes leathery brown skin and irregular ulcers around the ankles due to hemosiderin deposition and fluid buildup from impaired venous return.
Question 3 of 5
A patient with a history of hypertension treated with a diuretic and an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor arrives in the emergency department complaining of headache and blurred vision and has a blood pressure (BP) of 192/108 mmHg. Which question should the nurse ask to follow up on these findings?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Poor medication adherence is a common cause of elevated blood pressure despite treatment, likely explaining the severe BP elevation and symptoms.
Question 4 of 5
The home care nurse has given instructions to a client who was recently discharged from the hospital regarding the care of their extremities due to peripheral arterial disease. The nurse determines that there is a need for further teaching if the client makes which statement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Raising legs above heart level reduces arterial blood flow in peripheral arterial disease, worsening symptoms. Proper foot care, including cutting toenails straight, wearing protective shoes, and daily inspections, is appropriate.
Question 5 of 5
A patient is taking an ACE inhibitor for hypertension. The patient reports a constant, dry, hacking cough. The nurse would expect the provider to change the current treatment to which of the following medications?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: ARBs are a suitable alternative to ACE inhibitors for hypertension, as they do not cause the dry, hacking cough associated with ACE inhibitors.