ATI RN
ATI Medical Surgical Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with a burn injury requires fluid resuscitation. Which formula guides this process?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The Parkland formula calculates fluid needs for burn patients based on body surface area.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with a chest tube. What indicates the tube is functioning properly?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fluctuation in the water seal chamber indicates the tube is patent and functioning.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has multiple sclerosis and is experiencing progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML). Which of the following medications should the nurse recognize is associated with the development of PML?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Natalizumab is a monoclonal antibody used for MS that increases PML risk, especially in JC virus antibody-positive patients. Pregabalin, furosemide, and metoprolol are not associated with PML.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client in the emergency department who has a preliminary diagnosis of a transient ischemic attack (TIA). Which of the following diagnostic testing should the nurse anticipate the provider to prescribe?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: CTA visualizes cerebral blood vessels to identify blockages or narrowing causing a TIA. PT, CBC, and TEE are less specific for initial TIA diagnosis, as they assess clotting, blood counts, or cardiac issues, respectively.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a fractured femur is in traction. What is the priority assessment?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Skin breakdown is a risk in traction due to prolonged immobility.