ATI RN
ATI Nursing 135 Exam Spring 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving total parenteral nutrition via a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC). When assessing the client, the nurse notes edema of the client's arm above the PICC insertion site. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Stopping the infusion and measuring arm circumference is the first step to assess for complications like infiltration or thrombosis, which could cause edema, before taking further action.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client diagnosed with type 1 diabetes mellitus about foot care. Which of the following statements by the client about foot care is correct?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Daily foot checks prevent complications like infections or ulcers, a critical aspect of diabetes foot care.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving total parenteral nutrition via a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC). When assessing the client, the nurse notes edema of the client's arm above the PICC insertion site. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Stopping the infusion and measuring arm circumference is the first step to assess for complications like infiltration or thrombosis, which could cause edema, before taking further action.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching students about the use of isotonic solutions. The nurse recognizes which statements made by a student about isotonic solutions are correct. (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E
Rationale: Isotonic solutions replace fluid loss, don't typically provide calories, don't supply free water, and match body fluid osmolality, making A, B, D, and E correct.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing care for a client who had a laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Which of the following is an appropriate action?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Encouraging ambulation post-cholecystectomy promotes recovery and prevents complications like atelectasis.