ATI RN
ATI n120 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who had IV fluids initiated at 0330. The IV fluids are infusing at 120 mL/hr. The nurse should record how many mL of IV fluids on the intake record at 0600?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Calculation: 120 mL/hr × 2.5 hr (0330 to 0600) = 300 mL.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is discussing the benefits of early ambulation after surgery with a preoperative client. Which of the following statements would be incorrect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Early ambulation promotes wound healing by improving circulation, not delaying it or increasing infection risk.
Question 3 of 5
A client is tested for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection with an enzyme- linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), and the test result & positive. What would the nurse tell the client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A positive ELISA requires confirmation with a Western blot test to rule out false positives, ensuring accurate HIV diagnosis.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has seizures and a new prescription for phenytoin. Which of the following information should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Phenytoin causes gingival hyperplasia, necessitating regular dental check-ups, unlike incorrect antacid, alcohol, or urine color advice.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse in a clinic reviewing laboratory results for a patient suspected of having undiagnosed diabetes mellitus. Which of the following results would be diagnostic for diabetes
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An HbA1C of 7.2% is diagnostic for diabetes per ADA criteria, reflecting elevated blood glucose over time, unlike the other normal or prediabetes results.