ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 1A Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client who has a serum calcium level of 12.3 mg/dL and initiates cardiac monitoring. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect during the initial assessment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hypercalcemia (12.3 mg/dL) causes CNS depression, leading to lethargy.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is monitoring a client who is receiving packed RBCs. The nurse identifies which of the following as an expected finding?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Y tubing with normal saline is standard for blood transfusions to flush the line and prevent clotting.
Question 3 of 5
A newly hired nurse is preparing to remove a client's IV catheter. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Reviewing the facility's policies ensures the nurse follows standardized, safe procedures specific to the institution.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has metabolic alkalosis. For which of the following clinical manifestations should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: Metabolic alkalosis causes lethargy, circumoral paresthesia, bicarbonate excess, and flushing due to high pH and bicarbonate levels.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is monitoring a client who is receiving a blood transfusion. Which of the following findings indicates an allergic transfusion reaction?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Generalized urticaria (hives) is a common sign of an allergic transfusion reaction.