ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 1A Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client is admitted to the emergency room with a respiratory rate of 7/min. Arterial blood gases (ABG) reveal the following values. Which of the following is an appropriate analysis of the ABGs? pH 7.22, PaCO2 68 mm Hg, Base excess -2, PaO2 78 mm Hg, Saturation 80%, Bicarbonate 26 mEq/L
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: pH 7.22 and PaCO2 68 mm Hg indicate respiratory acidosis due to CO2 retention from hypoventilation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a preschooler who has a calcium level of 8.0 mg/dL. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A calcium level of 8.0 mg/dL is near normal; a negative Chvostek's sign is expected as it indicates no severe hypocalcemia.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a group of adult athletes about prevention of the effects of dehydration on the body. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dehydration impairs nervous system function, leading to decreased coordination and impaired motor control.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is organizing interprofessional team members to meet the needs of a client. Which of the following roles is the nurse taking?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Organizing team members involves coordinating care, aligning with the care coordinator role.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is monitoring a client who is receiving packed RBCs. The nurse identifies which of the following as an expected finding?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Y tubing with normal saline is standard for blood transfusions to flush the line and prevent clotting.