ATI RN
Adult Medical Surgical ATI Questions
Question 1 of 9
The health care provider has ordered IV morphine q2-4hr PRN for a patient following major abdominal surgery. When should the nurse plan to administer the morphine?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pain assessment guides the timing and dosage of analgesics, ensuring effective pain management.
Question 2 of 9
Which factor may promote anxiety for a client undergoing a surgical procedure?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because unclear expectations can increase anxiety in clients facing surgery.
Question 3 of 9
The medical-surgical nurse, who cares for a patient newly diagnosed with cancer, observes the patient becoming angry with the physicians and nursing staff. The best approach to diffuse the emotionally charged discussion is to
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Validating emotions without dismissing them helps the patient process feelings.
Question 4 of 9
What outcome criterion would best reflect achievement of avoiding infections for Mr. Puff?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Avoiding crowded places minimizes exposure to respiratory pathogens.
Question 5 of 9
Which of the following helps the nurse to identify goals, tailor the teaching plan, and evaluate outcomes?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing the client's existing knowledge provides a foundation for setting realistic goals and tailoring the teaching plan.
Question 6 of 9
Steve, who is diagnosed with pneumonia following recent intrathoracic surgery, will likely be prescribed
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cephalosporins are commonly used antibiotics for treating post-surgical pneumonia.
Question 7 of 9
15. What is the role of the professional nurse related to the use of complementary and alternative therapies (CAT) (select all that apply)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Options A, B, and C reflect appropriate roles for nurses in relation to CAT, including seeking education, evaluating evidence, and collecting relevant data during assessments.
Question 8 of 9
Which measures or drugs may be effective in controlling pain in the physiologic pain process stage of transduction (select all that apply)?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answers are D, Local anesthetics, distraction, and NSAIDs target the transduction stage.
Question 9 of 9
Expected age-related changes of the pulmonary system include:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: While lung capacity decreases with age, it typically results in a gradual decline rather than significant obstruction or diseases like emphysema unless other factors (e.g., smoking) are present.