ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing the pain status of a group of clients. Which of the following findings indicates a client is experiencing referred pain?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pancreatitis can cause referred pain to the left shoulder due to diaphragmatic irritation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation when the low-pressure alarm sounds on the ventilator. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A low-pressure alarm often indicates a cuff leak, requiring evaluation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is evaluating the supplement intake of a client who has high cholesterol. The nurse should identify that which of the following supplements will help lower the client's lipid levels?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Omega-3 fish oil lowers triglycerides and cholesterol by reducing VLDL production and enhancing LDL clearance. B. Glucosamine supports joint health, not lipid levels. C. Cranberry tablets prevent urinary infections, not cholesterol issues. D. Ginkgo biloba aids circulation, not lipid metabolism.
Question 4 of 5
A charge nurse is observing a newly licensed nurse care for a client who has a methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). Which of the following observations of the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of infection control precautions?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Wearing gloves is a standard precaution for MRSA to prevent contact transmission.
Extract:
Physical Examination
Jaundice
Orange-brown colored urine
Positive hemoccult blood
Abdominal distention
Lethargy
1+ edema
Oriented x4
Tachydysrhythmia
Dyspnea with exertion
A nurse is admitting a middle adult client who has cirrhosis. Findings upon admission:
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is admitting a middle adult client who has cirrhosis. Findings upon admission: The nurse is assessing the client 24 hr later. How should the nurse interpret the findings? For each finding, click to specify whether the finding is unrelated to the diagnosis, a sign of potential improvement, or a sign of potential worsening condition.
| Options | Unrelated to diagnosis | Indication of Potential Improvement | Indication of Potential Worsening Condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spontaneous bruising | |||
| Ascites | |||
| Increased albumin level | |||
| Hematemesis | |||
| Elevated iron levels |
Correct Answer:
Rationale: Spontaneous bruising and hematemesis worsen cirrhosis; ascites is related; increased albumin improves; iron is unrelated.