ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client who has a terminal illness asks the nurse, 'If I have a DNR prescription, does that mean I will no longer receive any treatment for my condition?' Which of the following statements should the nurse provide to explain a DNR prescription?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A DNR only applies to resuscitation, not ongoing treatment, which continues as planned.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching about food choices to a client who has chronic kidney disease and must limit potassium intake. Which of the following choices should the nurse recommend as containing the least potassium?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: White rice has the lowest potassium content compared to yogurt, potato, and peanut butter.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer 1 liter (1000 mL) of 0.9% NS over 2 hours intravenously to a patient experiencing shock. At what rate will the nurse set the infusion pump? Enter the number only.
Correct Answer: 8.3
Rationale: The document states 8.3, but the correct rate is 500 mL/hr (1000 mL / 2 hr); retained as per document.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of type 2 diabetes mellitus and has a referral for a dietary consult. The client tells the nurse, 'I will have to eat whatever the dietitian tells me.' Which of the following statements by the nurse encourages the client's involvement in their plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Choice A encourages the client's active participation by involving them in creating a personalized food list, promoting autonomy and engagement in their care.
Question 5 of 5
A patient is exhibiting an altered level of consciousness and is unresponsive to verbal stimuli. To elicit a response from a painful stimulus, the nurse would:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pinching the trapezius muscle is a standard, safe method to assess response to painful stimuli in an unresponsive patient, per neurological assessment protocols.