ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is in hemorrhagic shock and has a prescription for packed red blood cells. Which type of blood can be administered to the client while awaiting blood from a type and cross-match?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Type O negative blood is the universal donor and can be safely administered in emergencies.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory findings of a client who has liver failure with ascites. The client takes spironolactone. Which of the following findings is an adverse effect of the medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Spironolactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic, and elevated potassium (hyperkalemia) is an adverse effect requiring monitoring.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in a provider's office is collecting data from a client who reports dyspnea and fatigue. The nurse determines that the client also has tachycardia and edema. Which of the following disorders should the nurse suspect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Heart failure is characterized by dyspnea, fatigue, tachycardia, and edema due to fluid retention and reduced cardiac output.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving hemodialysis. Which of the following client measurements should the nurse compare before and after dialysis treatment to determine fluid losses?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Body weight changes directly reflect fluid losses during hemodialysis.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has atrial fibrillation. When documenting the quality of the client's pulse, which of the following terms should the nurse use?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Atrial fibrillation causes an irregularly irregular pulse due to chaotic atrial activity.