ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 1A Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has diarrhea. Which of the following findings is a manifestation of hypokalemia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypokalemia, caused by potassium loss from diarrhea, leads to muscle weakness due to impaired nerve and muscle function.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the arterial blood gas values for a client. The pH is 7.32, PaCO2 48 mm Hg and the HCO3 is 23 mEq/L. The nurse should recognize that these findings indicate which of the following acid base balances?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: pH 7.32 and PaCO2 48 mm Hg indicate respiratory acidosis due to CO2 retention.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client whose arterial blood gas results show a pH of 7.3 and a PaCO2 of 50 mm Hg. The nurse should identify that the client is experiencing which of the following acid-base imbalances?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A pH of 7.3 (acidic) and PaCO2 of 50 mm Hg (elevated) indicate respiratory acidosis due to CO2 retention.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is experiencing hypovolemia. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hypovolemia reduces blood volume, leading to oliguria as the body conserves fluid.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is instructing a group of clients regarding calcium rich foods. Which of the following foods should the nurse include in the teaching as the best source of calcium?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: One cup of milk provides approximately 300 mg of calcium, more than the other options.