ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is using a continuous passive motion (CPM) machine following a total knee arthroplasty. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Turning off the CPM during eating ensures safety and comfort.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a contusion of the brainstem and reports thirst. The client's urinary output was 4,000 mL over the past 24 hours. The nurse should anticipate a prescription for which of the following intravenous (IV) medications?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Excessive urination and thirst suggest diabetes insipidus from brainstem injury; desmopressin replaces ADH to reduce urine output.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is using a continuous passive motion (CPM) machine following a total knee arthroplasty. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Turning off the CPM during eating ensures safety and comfort.
Question 4 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: A
Rationale: HbA1c reflects average blood glucose over 2-3 months, indicating long-term control.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has a seizure disorder. Which of the following equipment should the nurse place in the client's room?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An oral airway can maintain airway patency during a seizure if needed.