ATI RN
ATI Adult Med Surg Nurs 4292 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has right-sided heart failure. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dependent edema occurs in right-sided HF due to systemic venous congestion.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching an ACLS class and is discussing heart rhythms and treatment. Which of the following rhythms would indicate the need for defibrillation?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ventricular fibrillation is a life-threatening rhythm requiring immediate defibrillation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer intermittent lipid emulsion and notes a layer of fat floating in the IV solution bag. Which action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fat separation indicates instability; solution should be returned to pharmacy as it could cause fat embolism.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing clients in a health clinic for risk factors for contracting hepatitis. Which of the following clients is at risk for developing hepatitis C?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tattoos with non-sterile equipment are a risk factor for HCV transmission.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has left-sided heart failure. Which of the following clinical manifestations will the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Crackles indicate pulmonary congestion characteristic of left-sided heart failure.