ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 III Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has emphysema. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the client's plan of care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Low-flow oxygen (e.g., 2 L/min) helps maintain adequate oxygenation in emphysema without suppressing the respiratory drive.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has peptic ulcer disease. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Peptic ulcer pain typically occurs 1-2 hours after eating due to increased gastric acid irritating the ulcer.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has end-stage liver disease and is being placed on a transplant list. Which of the following statements by the client is the priority for the nurse to report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Non-adherence to medications can affect transplant eligibility and post-transplant outcomes, making it a priority to report.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing an acute asthma attack. Which of the following should the nurse identify as a contributing factor to the client's manifestations?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: In an asthma attack, bronchoconstriction traps air, leading to an inability to exhale carbon dioxide, causing respiratory distress.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client following a cardiac catheterization who has hives and urticaria following administration of IV contrast dye. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to administer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine used to treat allergic reactions, such as hives and urticaria caused by contrast dye.