ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 3 hr postoperative following a total knee arthroplasty. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to prevent venous thromboembolism?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Foot circumduction promotes venous return, preventing thromboembolism.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the health history of a client who is scheduled for exploratory surgery. Which of the following food allergies indicates a risk for an allergic reaction to latex?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A strawberry allergy is associated with a higher risk of latex-fruit syndrome, increasing the likelihood of a latex allergy.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is receiving morphine for pain and has a respiratory rate of 8/min and a blood pressure of 80/40 mm Hg. Which of the following medications should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Naloxone reverses opioid overdose effects like respiratory depression and hypotension.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for warfarin about foods that affect the INR. The nurse should include in the teaching that which of the following foods interacts with this medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Kale, high in vitamin K, can decrease warfarin's anticoagulant effect.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing providers' prescriptions for four clients. Which of the following prescriptions should the nurse verify with the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Vest restraints daily at bedtime require verification due to safety and legal implications.