ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 V Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a complete thyroidectomy. Which of the following findings is the priority for the nurse to report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Muscle twitching may indicate hypocalcemia due to parathyroid gland damage during thyroidectomy, a critical complication requiring immediate reporting.
Question 2 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: A
Rationale: A social worker can assist with financial resources, addressing the client's medication affordability issue.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has skeletal traction for a femoral fracture. The nurse notes that the weights are resting on the floor. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elevating the extremity ensures weights hang freely, maintaining traction alignment.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is monitoring an older adult client who has an exacerbation of chronic lymphocytic leukemia. The nurse notes petechiae on the client's skin. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Petechiae indicate thrombocytopenia, requiring bleeding precautions to prevent hemorrhage.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client who has meningitis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Photophobia is a common symptom of meningitis due to meningeal irritation affecting the eyes.