ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nursing 300 Day Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client is to receive a continuous infusion of IV Insulin at 6 units per hour. Pharmacy delivers a concentration of 75 units of regular insulin in 150 mL of NSS. At what rate should the nurse set the IV pump?
Correct Answer: 12 mL/h
Rationale: Calculate dilution factor (150 mL / 75 units = 2 mL/unit), then volume (6 units/h * 2 mL/unit = 12 mL/h).
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is performing an assessment on a patient. How would the nurse best evaluate improvement or deterioration in the neurologic status?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Serial Glasgow Coma Scales provide a standardized assessment of neurologic status over time.
Question 3 of 5
The physician recommends a carotid endarterectomy for a client with atherosclerosis and a history of transient ischemic attacks (TIAS). The nurse explains that this procedure involves:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Carotid endarterectomy removes atherosclerotic plaques from the carotid artery in the neck to improve blood flow and reduce stroke risk.
Question 4 of 5
In educating clients about ovarian cancer, the nurse emphasizes death rates for ovarian cancer are high because:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Vague early symptoms lead to late-stage diagnosis, contributing to high ovarian cancer mortality rates.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with cancer who is experiencing a decreased nutritional intake due to painful oral lesions. Which intervention would the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Mouth care before and after meals minimizes discomfort and maintains oral hygiene, aiding nutritional intake.