ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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 hours. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dyspnea and fluid imbalance suggest overload; slowing the infusion and notifying the provider are appropriate.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) for the administration of total parenteral nutrition (TPN). The transparent dressing over the insertion site requires replacement. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sterile technique is required for PICC dressing changes to prevent infection.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has acute angina. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Nitroglycerin is the priority for acute angina to relieve chest pain by dilating coronary arteries, per acute coronary syndrome protocols.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse working in the emergency department is admitting a client who has pertussis. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pertussis requires droplet precautions; a surgical mask is appropriate during close contact.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing orders for a patient in anaphylactic shock. Which medication should the nurse plan to administer first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Epinephrine is the first-line treatment for anaphylactic shock to reverse airway constriction and hypotension.