ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Final Exam I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has diabetic ketoacidosis and hypoxia. Which of the following interventions is most critical to perform immediately?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ensuring a clear airway is the priority in hypoxia to facilitate oxygen delivery, critical in diabetic ketoacidosis.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who will be receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN) at home. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,D
Rationale: Infusing 10% dextrose prevents hypoglycemia if TPN is unavailable, and refrigerating TPN maintains stability. Shaking the bag or maintaining rate when behind can cause complications.
Question 3 of 5
A client diagnosed with type 1 diabetes is prescribed prednisone for acute exacerbation of inflammatory bowel disease. Which intervention should the nurse discuss with the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Prednisone can elevate blood glucose, necessitating more frequent monitoring in type 1 diabetes.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in the emergency department is assessing an older adult client who has community-acquired pneumonia. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Confusion is a common symptom in older adults with pneumonia due to hypoxia or systemic inflammation.
Question 5 of 5
After teaching a patient with chronic stable angina about nitroglycerin, the nurse recognizes the need for further teaching when the patient makes which statement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The patient should call 911 after one dose if pain persists, not wait for three doses, indicating a need for further teaching.