ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 1A Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is at the end of life. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Irregular respirations, including apnea, are common at end of life due to declining respiratory function.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has metabolic alkalosis. For which of the following clinical manifestations should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: Metabolic alkalosis causes lethargy, circumoral paresthesia, bicarbonate excess, and flushing due to high pH and bicarbonate levels.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has had diarrhea for several days. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Diarrhea causes fluid loss, leading to dehydration.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing an older adult client who is receiving IV therapy. The nurse should recognize that which of the following findings indicates fluid volume excess?
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Crackles, bounding pulse, and pitting edema are signs of fluid volume excess.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving an IV infusion of dextrose 10% in water. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dextrose 10% provides glucose, which can increase blood glucose levels, leading to hyperglycemia.