ATI RN
ATI 410 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client following cataract surgery. Which of the following comments from the client should the nurse report to the client's provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Severe pain after cataract surgery is unusual and could indicate complications like increased intraocular pressure or infection, requiring immediate reporting. Other comments reflect common post-surgical experiences.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is monitoring a client who was admitted with a severe burn injury and is receiving IV fluid resuscitation therapy. The nurse should identify a decrease in which of the following findings as an indication of adequate fluid replacement?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A decrease in heart rate indicates improved cardiac output and reduced tachycardia, suggesting adequate fluid replacement. Weight may increase, urine output should increase, and BP stabilizes but is less direct an indicator.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is developing a plan of care to prevent skin breakdown for a client with a spinal cord injury and paralysis. Which of the following nursing actions are appropriate?
Correct Answer: B,E
Rationale: Using pillows to elevate heels and minimizing moisture exposure prevent pressure ulcers and skin breakdown. Massaging erythematous areas, 4-hour turning, and powder use increase skin breakdown risk.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning a diet for a client who is iron deficient. Which of the following foods high in iron should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Red meat is a rich source of heme iron, highly bioavailable and effective for addressing iron deficiency. Other options have less or no significant iron content.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has myelosuppression after receiving chemotherapy. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Myelosuppression can cause thrombocytopenia, increasing bleeding risk, including from gums. Anorexia, diarrhea, and alopecia are chemotherapy side effects but not directly related to myelosuppression.