ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Final Exam Nsg 232 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who experienced sudden onset of dyspnea, tachycardia, oxygen saturation of 82%, and has been intubated with an endotracheal tube. The nurse should perform which priority action immediately after the tube is placed in the trachea?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Auscultating both lungs confirms correct tube placement and adequate ventilation, critical immediately post-intubation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the health history of a client diagnosed with angina pectoris and has a prescription for propranolol hydrochloride PO 40 mg twice daily. Which of the following findings in the client's health history should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Propranolol, a non-selective beta-blocker, can exacerbate bronchospasm in asthma patients and should be reported.
Question 3 of 5
A client with chronic renal disease is experiencing manifestations of anemia. Based on this data, which treatment should the nurse anticipate for this client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Erythropoietin stimulates red blood cell production, addressing anemia caused by reduced erythropoietin in chronic renal disease.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is providing care to a client who sustained burns to 70% of the body 6 hours ago. Which of the following new assessment data requires the nurse to notify the healthcare provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypotension (96/50 mm Hg) indicates potential shock or inadequate perfusion, requiring immediate provider notification.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has developed Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion (SIADH) from cancer. Which of the following nursing interventions should be included in the client's plan of care? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: Low sodium diet, electrolyte monitoring, daily weights, and thirst management address SIADH's water retention and hyponatremia. Increasing IV fluids would worsen the condition.