ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Custom N235 Final Summer 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a deep vein thrombosis and is prescribed heparin by continuous IV infusion at 1,200 units/hr. Available is heparin 25,000 units in 500 mL D5W. The nurse should set the IV pump to deliver how many mL/hr? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth/whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 24
Rationale: Calculation: (1,200 units/hr ÷ 25,000 units) × 500 mL = 24 mL/hr. This is the correct infusion rate for the prescribed dose.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing the depth and extent of injury on a client who has severe burns to the face, neck, and upper extremities. Which of the following factors is the nurse's priority when assessing the severity of the client's burns?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The location of the burn is the priority because burns to the face and neck can compromise the airway, making it the most immediate threat to life.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing Cushing's triad following a subdural hematoma. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to administer?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Mannitol 25% is administered to reduce intracranial pressure, a key component of Cushing's triad (hypertension, bradycardia, irregular respirations).
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a deep vein thrombosis and is prescribed heparin by continuous IV infusion at 1,200 units/hr. Available is heparin 25,000 units in 500 mL D5W. The nurse should set the IV pump to deliver how many mL/hr? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth/whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 24
Rationale: Calculation: (1,200 units/hr ÷ 25,000 units) × 500 mL = 24 mL/hr, ensuring the correct heparin dose is delivered.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing Cushing's triad following a subdural hematoma. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to administer?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Mannitol 25% reduces intracranial pressure, addressing the critical components of Cushing's triad.