ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Med-Surg 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a urinary catheter. The nurse notes the client's IV tubing is kinked and the urinary catheter bag is lying next to the client in bed. The nurse should identify that the client is at risk for which of the following conditions?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A catheter bag next to the client increases infection risk due to potential urine backflow and contamination.
Question 2 of 5
A client who is deaf and communicates using sign language is being admitted by a nurse who does not know sign language. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An interpreter ensures accurate communication during the admission process.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation when the low pressure alarm sounds on the ventilator. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A low pressure alarm often indicates a cuff leak, requiring assessment.
Extract:
Nurses' Notes
Vital Signs
Laboratory Results
0900:
Client came to the emergency department this morning and reports not feeling well for the last 12 hr and increasing blood glucose. Client has a history of type 1 diabetes mellitus and hypertension. Client weight is 88 kg (194 lb). The client was recently treated for bronchitis and pneumonia. Client reports nausea and decreased appetite. Client is alert and orientated x 4, heart and lung sounds are clear. Client states that they have been frequently urinating and are extremely thirsty. Bowel sounds are hyperactive in all 4 quadrants. Bilateral pedal pulses 1+. Slight tenting of skin.
Peripheral IV established and labs drawn.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client in the emergency department. Which of the following provider prescriptions does the nurse anticipate?
Correct Answer: D,E,
Rationale: DKA treatment includes insulin infusion, fluid resuscitation with saline, and monitoring urine output.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has developed nephrotic syndrome. Which of the following dietary recommendations should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Decreasing protein intake reduces kidney workload in nephrotic syndrome.