ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 IV Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has heart failure and a new prescription for metoprolol. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an adverse effect of the medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A heart rate of 48/min (
D) indicates bradycardia, a common adverse effect of beta-blockers like metoprolol. Temperature (
A), respiratory rate (
B), and blood pressure (
C) are not typical concerns.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is completing discharge teaching with a client who has a new diagnosis of AIDS. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Wearing gloves for cat litter (
D) prevents toxoplasmosis, critical in AIDS. Alcohol cleaning (
A) is insufficient, dry cleaning (
B) is unnecessary, and diet changes (
C) are not specific to infection prevention.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing dietary instructions to a client who has cardiovascular disease. The nurse should identify that which of following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Canola oil (
A) is heart-healthy with low saturated fat. Whole milk (
B) is high in fat, canned vegetables (
C) have sodium, and 8 oz meat (
D) exceeds recommended portions.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing a seizure. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Lowering the client to the floor (
D) prevents injury from falls during a seizure and is the priority. Clearing items (
A) and loosening clothing (
B) follow, while vital signs (
C) are not immediate during an active seizure.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a complete thyroidectomy. Which of the following findings is the priority for the nurse to report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Muscle twitching (
D) suggests hypocalcemia from parathyroid injury, a life-threatening complication. Nausea (
A), pain (
B), and drainage (
C) are expected or less urgent.