ATI RN
RN ATI Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a cast in place for a fractured tibia. Which of the following nursing actions is the priority immediately after the provider has applied the cast?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Checking capillary refill distal to the cast is crucial to ensure adequate circulation and detect any potential circulation compromise.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer indomethacin 75 mg PO bid. Available is indomethacin 25 mg/5mL. How many mL should the nurse administer per dose? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 15 mL
Rationale: Dose (mL) = 75 mg / 25 mg x 5 mL = 15 mL.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client at a follow-up clinic visit for acute low back pain. A goal for this client is to use proper body mechanics at all times. Which of the following findings indicates that the client is meeting this goal?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Placing weight on the heels helps maintain better balance and proper body mechanics when moving an object.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a continuous heparin infusion at 1600 units/hr. Available is heparin 25.000 units in dextrose 5% in water (DSW) 500 mL. The nurse should set the IV pump to deliver how many mL/hr? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 32 mL
Rationale: mL/hr = (1600 units/hr x 500 mL) / 25,000 units = 32 mL/hr.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult client who has a fractured hip and will require rehabilitative care. The client's family asks the nurse for information about this type of care. Which of the following explanations should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Emphasizing complete recovery aligns with the goals of rehabilitative care, which aims for maximal restoration of function.