ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Med-Surg 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is postoperative following a transurethral resection of the prostate and is receiving continuous bladder irrigation. The client reports bladder spasms, and the nurse notes a scant amount of fluid in the urinary drainage bag. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bladder spasms and scant drainage suggest a blockage; irrigating with 0.9% sodium chloride clears the catheter.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is asking a preoperative client about food allergies. Which of the following food allergies indicates a potential reaction to propofol?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Propofol contains egg lecithin, posing a risk for clients with egg allergies.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is postoperative following an open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) of the femur. Which of the following assessment should be the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Neurovascular assessment is critical post-ORIF to detect complications like compartment syndrome.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning to withdraw medication from an ampule to prepare for an injection. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The ampule top is sharp and must be disposed of in a sharps container to prevent injury.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving a 0.9% sodium chloride via IV infusion. The client has become dyspneic with a blood pressure of 140/100 mm Hg, a fluid intake of 960 mL, and an output of 300 mL in the past 12 hr. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dyspnea and fluid imbalance suggest fluid overload; slowing the infusion and notifying the provider are appropriate.