ATI RN
ATI Nur 231 Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in reviewing the laboratory data on a client who has a new prescription for heparin for treatment of a pulmonary embolism. Which of the following data should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Partial thromboplastin time (PTT) 65 seconds. This is crucial because heparin therapy requires monitoring of PTT levels to ensure therapeutic effectiveness and prevent bleeding complications. A PTT of 65 seconds is above the therapeutic range, indicating a potential risk of bleeding. Reporting this to the provider allows for appropriate adjustments in heparin dosage. Hematocrit, white blood cell count, and platelet levels are not directly related to heparin therapy monitoring and would not require immediate attention in this context.
Question 2 of 5
Correct Answer:
Rationale:
Question 3 of 5
Correct Answer:
Rationale:
Question 4 of 5
Correct Answer:
Rationale:
Question 5 of 5
Correct Answer:
Rationale: