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 nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following an endoscopy with moderate (conscious) sedation. Which of the following assessment findings is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Post-sedation, assessing the gag reflex is critical to ensure airway protection before oral intake.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing instructions to a client who has primary syphilis. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the discharge plan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Syphilis requires follow-up blood tests to monitor treatment efficacy over time.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching the family of a client who has Alzheimer's disease about caring for the client at home. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A large-face clock helps clients with Alzheimer's maintain orientation to time.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client.
Medical History
Nurses' Notes
Vital Signs
Cerebrovascular accident 2 years ago
Coronary artery disease
Hypertension
Hyperlipidemia
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the client's medical record. After reviewing the medical record, which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take? For each potential provider's prescription, click to specify if the potential prescription is anticipated, nonessential, or contraindicated for the client.
| Potential Prescription | Anticipated | Nonessential | Contraindicated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Encourage the client to cough. | |||
| Keep the client's head in a midline position. | |||
| Elevate the head of the bed. | |||
| Assist the client to the bathroom. | |||
| Initiate seizure precautions. | |||
| Decrease oxygen to 1.5 L/min via nasal cannula. |
Correct Answer:
Rationale: Specific answers not provided; anticipated actions likely include B and C due to history of cerebrovascular accident.