ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has just returned from surgery with an external fixator to the left tibia. Which of the following assessment findings requires immediate intervention by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A capillary refill of 6 seconds indicates impaired circulation requiring immediate intervention.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has moderate Alzheimer's disease. During weekly home visits, the nurse notices that the client's caregiver is tired, irritable, and impatient with the client. Which of the following actions should the nurse recommend to the caregiver?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Respite care provides relief for caregivers, reducing burnout.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a history of chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting. Which of the following medications should the nurse administer prior to chemotherapy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ondansetron is a serotonin receptor antagonist commonly used to prevent chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who reports that they cannot afford their prescribed medication. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A social worker can assist with financial resources for medication affordability.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is postoperative following an open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) of the femur. Which of the following assessment should be the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Neurovascular assessment is the priority to detect complications like compartment syndrome.