ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 IV Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has diabetes mellitus and has been following a treatment plan for 3 months. Which of the following laboratory results should the nurse monitor to determine long-term glycemic control?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: HbA1c (
B) reflects average glucose over 2-3 months, ideal for long-term control. OGTT (
A), fasting (
C), and postprandial (
D) glucose measure short-term status.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client in the ICU. The client's ECG monitor tracing reveals sinus bradycardia and ST segment elevation. The client reports shortness of breath and feeling dizzy and faint. Which of the following medications should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Atropine (
A) treats symptomatic bradycardia, addressing dizziness and shortness of breath. Lidocaine (
B), digoxin (
C), and sotalol (
D) are inappropriate for acute bradycardia with ischemia.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse manager is providing an in-service to a group of newly licensed nurses about the use of personal protective equipment. Which of the following statements by a newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Goggles (
A) protect against splashes during wound irrigation. Gowns (
B) are not needed for linens unless soiled, sterile gloves (
C) are for procedures, and recapping needles (
D) is unsafe.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing a teaching plan for a client who has mucositis related to chemotherapy treatment. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Gentle flossing (
C) maintains oral hygiene without irritating mucositis. Dentures (
A) may worsen irritation, hydrogen peroxide (
B) is harsh, and short brushing (
D) is insufficient.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has major full-thickness burns to their lower legs 12 hr ago. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Edema (
D) is expected 12 hours post-burn due to vascular permeability. Full-thickness burns lack blisters (
A) and pain (
B) due to nerve damage, and epithelialization (
C) occurs later.