ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 III Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is 4 hr postoperative following arterial revascularization of the left femoral artery. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider immediately?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pallor indicates potential vascular compromise, a critical finding requiring immediate reporting post-revascularization.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who is postoperative following a total hip arthroplasty. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A raised toilet seat prevents hip flexion beyond 90 degrees, reducing dislocation risk post-hip arthroplasty.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is to start furosemide therapy for heart failure. Which of the following statements indicates that the client understands a potential adverse effect of this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Limiting salt intake helps manage fluid retention, a key concern with furosemide's diuretic effect.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has oral achalasia. The nurse should ask the client which of the following questions to assess their ability to swallow?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Achalasia causes difficulty in esophageal emptying, often leading to a sensation of food being stuck at the base of the throat.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has diabetes mellitus and has been following a treatment plan for 3 months. Which of the following laboratory results should the nurse monitor to determine long-term glycemic control?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) reflects average blood glucose over 2-3 months, indicating long-term control.