ATI RN
ATI Nur120 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client due for their dose of carvedilol (Coreg). The nurse completes vital signs prior to administration of the medication. Which vital sign would be an indication to hold the dose scheduled and notify the healthcare provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale:
A) BP 102/76: Low but not critical unless symptomati
B) Temp 100.3 F: Not related to carvedilol.
C) RR 10: Concerning but not primary reason to hol
D) HR 49: Correct, bradycardia warrants holding beta-blocker.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing client with advanced peripheral arterial disease (PAD). Which of the following findings would the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
A) Shiny, hairless extremities: Correct, due to ischemia from reduced blood flow.
B) Warm extremities: Incorrect, PAD causes cool skin.
C) Thin toenails: Possible but not primary findin
D) 3+ pulse: Incorrect, PAD typically shows diminished pulses.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is completing the medical reconciliation on an elderly client taking several medications. Which of the following prescribed medications places this client at risk for orthostatic hypotension? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale:
A) Furosemide: Correct, causes volume depletion.
B) Simvastatin: No effect on BP.
C) Losartan: Correct, causes vasodilation.
D) Nifedipine: Correct, causes vasodilation. E) Clopidogrel: No effect on BP.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client diagnosed with peripheral arterial disease (PAD). The client reports leg pain and cramping after walking a few blocks, which is relieved when the client stops and rests. The nurse documents that the client is experiencing which clinical manifestation?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
A) Intermittent claudication: Correct, classic PAD symptom, pain with activity relieved by rest.
B) Neuropathy: Presents with tingling/numbness, not activity-related pain.
C) Deep vein thrombosis: Causes swelling/tenderness, not relieved by rest.
D) Venous insufficiency: Involves swelling/skin changes, not activity-related pain.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is giving a presentation to a community group about preventing atherosclerosis. Which of the following should the nurse include as a modifiable risk factor for this disorder? (Select all that apply).
Correct Answer: B,C,E,G
Rationale:
A) Family history: Non-modifiable risk factor; cannot change genetics.
B) High blood pressure: Modifiable through lifestyle and medication, reducing atherosclerosis risk.
C) Obesity: Modifiable via diet and exercise, improving cardiovascular health.
D) Age: Non-modifiable, risk increases with agE) Lack of physical activity: Modifiable, regular exercise reduces risk. F) Gender: Non-modifiable, influences risk differently. G) Smoking: Modifiable, quitting significantly lowers risk.