ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Npro 2000 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has cirrhosis. Which of the following is an expected finding for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Spider angiomas are common in cirrhosis due to increased estrogen from impaired liver metabolism, unlike tarry stools which indicate complications.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client scheduled to receive external radiation to the neck for cancer of the larynx. During a pre-treatment exam, the nurse explains to the client that the most likely side effect would be:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sore throat is the most likely side effect due to radiation-induced inflammation of laryngeal tissues.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching for a client who has a new diagnosis of angina pectoris. Which of the following information should the nurse include about anginal pain?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Anginal pain is triggered by exertion or anxiety due to increased heart oxygen demand, relieved by rest or nitrates.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has heart failure and a potassium level of 2.4 mEq/L. The nurse should identify which of the following medications as contributing to this lab value?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Furosemide, a loop diuretic, causes hypokalemia by increasing potassium excretion in urine.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who was admitted with acute psychosis and is being treated with haloperidol (Haldol). The nurse should suspect that the client may be experiencing tardive dyskinesia when the client exhibits which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Tongue thrusting and lip smacking are hallmark signs of tardive dyskinesia, a side effect of long-term haloperidol use.