ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 V Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing a seizure. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lowering the client to the floor prevents injury from falling, the priority during a seizure.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has diabetes mellitus and has been following a treatment plan for 3 months. Which of the following laboratory results should the nurse monitor to determine long-term glycemic control?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) reflects average blood glucose over 2-3 months, indicating long-term control.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing an increase in intracranial pressure (ICP). The nurse should expect which of the following as an early manifestation of increased ICP?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Restlessness is an early sign of increased ICP, reflecting cerebral irritation before more severe symptoms appear.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has GERD and reports regurgitation after eating. Which of the following tests should the nurse anticipate the provider to prescribe for the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A barium swallow visualizes the esophagus, helping diagnose GERD by showing reflux or structural issues.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving a 0.9% sodium chloride via IV infusion. The client has become dyspneic with a blood pressure of 140/100 mm Hg, a fluid intake of 960 mL, and an output of 300 mL in the past 12 hr. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dyspnea and fluid overload signs suggest slowing the infusion and notifying the provider to prevent worsening heart failure.