ATI RN
ATI Cardiovascular Test Bank Questions
Question 1 of 5
A patient has multiple saw-toothed P waves at a rate of 300 beats per minute. This patient's rhythm is most likely
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Atrial flutter. A saw-toothed appearance of P waves at a rate of 300 bpm is characteristic of atrial flutter. In atrial flutter, the atria depolarize at a rapid rate, leading to a typical saw-tooth pattern on ECG. Paroxysmal atrial tachycardia (PAT) typically presents with sudden onset and termination of a regular tachycardia, not saw-toothed P waves. Premature atrial contractions (PACs) are early atrial depolarizations, not sustained at 300 bpm. Atrial fibrillation is characterized by irregularly irregular rhythm with no discernible P waves.
Question 2 of 5
An otherwise healthy 28-year-old woman has just been diagnosed with stage 1 hypertension. The patient is 5'6"tall and weighs 115 pounds. She says she has a glass of wine once or twice a week and eats "fast food"frequently because of her busy schedule. Which topic will you plan on including in the patient teaching plan?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
A diagnosis of ventricular fibrillation is identified for an unresponsive 50-year-old patient who has just arrived in the ED. Which action will you take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
Why are repeated explanations and reassurances throughout all phases of the nursing process indicated when dealing with older clients?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following nursing interventions should the nurse perform to help the client manage self-care and moderate activity?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.