ATI RN
ATI N200 Med Surg Exam 5 Questions
Question 1 of 5
The client newly diagnosed with insulin dependent diabetes is to be discharged in the morning and has received no instruction on diabetes. The nurse's teaching priority is to instruct the client in:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Learning insulin administration is critical for managing insulin-dependent diabetes and preventing complications.
Question 2 of 5
A client is receiving heparin sodium 5000 units IV and oral warfarin sodium 2.5 mg PO for thrombophlebitis in the left leg. The nurse educated the client that heparin and warfarin are both used because:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Heparin provides immediate anticoagulation, while warfarin takes days to become effective, ensuring continuous protection.
Question 3 of 5
Ten minutes after initiating an intravenous antibiotic, the client complains of shortness of breath, itching, and difficulty swallowing. What is the nurse's initial action?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The first action in this situation should be to immediately stop the infusion of the antibiotic. This prevents further exposure to the allergen and is critical to managing the potential anaphylactic reaction.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is providing teaching to a client who is being discharged with a prescription for warfarin. Which information should be included in the teaching for this medication? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: C,D,E
Rationale: A medical alert bracelet, electric razor, and regular PT/INR monitoring are crucial for safe warfarin use.
Question 5 of 5
At 1630 a Type I diabetic client's blood glucose level is 50 mg/dl. The client is alert; however, dinner will not be served until 1715. The nurse's initial action should be to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Orange juice provides a quick source of carbohydrates to treat mild hypoglycemia effectively before dinner.