ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has acute heart failure and received morphine intravenously 30 minutes ago. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication that the medication was effective?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Morphine reduces anxiety and preload in heart failure, improving comfort and breathing.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving a 0.9% sodium chloride via IV infusion. The client has become dyspneic with a blood pressure of 140/100 mm Hg, a fluid intake of 960 mL, and an output of 300 mL in the past 12 hours. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Signs of fluid overload require slowing the infusion and notifying the provider for further management.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) line in her left forearm. The client is receiving an antibiotic via intermittent IV bolus every 12 hours. Which of the following actions should the nurse take in managing the client's PICC line?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Flushing with saline after each use maintains PICC patency and prevents occlusion.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching for the family of a client who has Alzheimer's disease. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A calendar aids orientation in Alzheimer's, helping reduce confusion.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has acute gout. The nurse should expect an increase in which of the following laboratory results?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elevated uric acid is the hallmark of gout, causing joint crystal deposition.