ATI RN
ATI n120 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client who following prescribed multiple medications for recurring urinary tract infections tells the nurse that her urine has turned red-orange. Which of the following prescribed medications does the nurse suspect is responsible for this change?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Phenazopyridine commonly causes red-orange urine, a harmless side effect, unlike other medications or UTI itself.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who was admitted for an acute exacerbation of Crohn's Disease with severe diarrhea for the last two days. The nurse knows that which of the following is the priority risk for this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Severe diarrhea risks fluid and electrolyte imbalances, potentially causing life-threatening complications, prioritizing over skin integrity, pain, or malnutrition.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is not a contraindication for the use of tissue plasminogen activator (tPA) in the treatment of stroke?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Age over 65 is not an absolute contraindication for tPA, unlike recent surgery, uncontrolled hypertension, or active cerebral hemorrhage, which increase bleeding risk.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is monitoring a client receiving an infusion of IV magnesium sulfate. Which of the following findings would indicate to the nurse that the client is experiencing hypermagnesemia?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hypermagnesemia causes depressed reflexes and lethargy due to CNS depression, unlike hypocalcemia, hypomagnesemia, or other symptoms.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is discussing the benefits of early ambulation after surgery with a preoperative client. Which of the following statements would be incorrect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Early ambulation promotes wound healing by improving circulation, not delaying it or increasing infection risk.