ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2019 with NGN Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has been prescribed an antibiotic. The client tells the nurse, 'I don't like taking medications because I don't think I need them.' Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Informing the provider respects the client's autonomy and facilitates further discussion. Other responses may pressure or dismiss the client's concerns.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 6 hr postoperative following application of an external fixator for a tibial fracture. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Palpating the dorsalis pedis pulse ensures circulation post-fixator application. Dependent positioning, gauze wrapping, or clamp adjustment risk complications.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing ECG rhythm strips for a group of clients. The nurse should identify that which of the following rhythms indicates bradycardia?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sinus bradycardia shows a heart rate below 60/min with regular P waves before QRS complexes, as seen in strip C.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is preoperative and reports an allergy to bananas. The nurse should recognize that the client is at risk for an allergic cross-reactivity to which of the following substances?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Banana allergies increase latex allergy risk due to latex-fruit syndrome. Anesthetics, adhesive tape, and povidone-iodine are not typically cross-reactive.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is receiving valsartan to treat heart failure. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication that the medication is effective?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Valsartan lowers blood pressure by blocking angiotensin II, reducing cardiac workload in heart failure. Decreased urine output, increased heart rate, or potassium levels suggest worsening or adverse effects.