ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is taking telmisartan. The nurse should identify that which of the following findings indicates that the medication has been effective?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Telmisartan, an antihypertensive, is effective if it lowers blood pressure.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has a cervical spine injury and has a halo traction device in place. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Space for one finger ensures the vest fits properly without excessive pressure.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in the emergency department is managing the care of a client who has an electrical shock injury. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Obtaining an ECG first assesses for cardiac arrhythmias caused by electrical injury.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is taking telmisartan. The nurse should identify that which of the following findings indicates that the medication has been effective?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Telmisartan, an antihypertensive, is effective if it lowers blood pressure.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a female client who has pneumonia. The nurse should identify which of the following findings increases the client's risk of skin breakdown?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Weight loss increases skin breakdown risk due to reduced padding over bony prominences.