ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nursing 200 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client reports weakness, dizziness, nausea and vomiting that has lasted for three days. The nurse's assessment reveals dry tongue and oral mucosa, and dark concentrated urine. Which additional assessment would best evaluate the client's fluid status?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Orthostatic blood pressure changes indicate fluid status, detecting hypovolemia in dehydration, unlike the other assessments.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse recognizes that which diagnostic test is used to detect the most common cause of chronic iron deficiency anemia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stool for occult blood detects gastrointestinal bleeding, the most common cause of chronic iron deficiency anemia.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who just returned to the nursing unit following a cardiac angiogram and stent insertion. Which action should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing vital signs and the catheter insertion site is critical to detect complications like bleeding or vascular injury immediately after the procedure. Other actions are secondary.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse should instruct a young female adult with sickle cell anemia to do which of the following?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hydration prevents sickle cell crises by reducing blood viscosity, especially in hot weather, unlike the other options.
Question 5 of 5
A client who has had long standing hypertension has been prescribed a clonidine patch. Which discharge instruction should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rotating application sites and inspecting skin prevents irritation or allergic reactions, ensuring safe use of the clonidine patch.