ATI RN
ATI Nur 175 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is exhibiting a depressed mood one week before the start of their menstrual cycle. The nurse should identify that the client is exhibiting manifestations consistent with which of the following disorders?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: PMDD causes severe mood disturbances before menstruation.
Question 2 of 5
Which identifier should the nurse use during the initial time-out to determine the right patient?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Date of birth is a reliable, unique patient identifier.
Question 3 of 5
A school nurse is planning a presentation about identifying potential warning signs of suicide for high school students. Which of the following examples of behaviors should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Extreme mood swings can indicate suicidal ideation.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has metabolic acidosis. Which of the following could be a cause for the for metabolic acidosis?
Correct Answer: C,D
Rationale: Salicylate toxicity and rhabdomyolysis both cause metabolic acidosis through acid accumulation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory values of a client who has respiratory acidosis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Elevated PaCO2 (>45 mm Hg) is a hallmark of respiratory acidosis.