ATI RN
ATI Adult Med Surg Nurs 4292 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who reports a new onset of severe chest pain. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to determine if the client is experiencing a myocardial infarction?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: ECG is the primary diagnostic tool for MI, showing characteristic ST changes.
Question 2 of 5
The healthcare provider prescribes lactulose for a patient with hepatic encephalopathy. What will the nurse assess to determine the effectiveness of this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lactulose works by reducing blood ammonia levels, which is its primary mechanism in treating hepatic encephalopathy.
Question 3 of 5
A client in the emergency department has suspected stomach perforation due to a peptic ulcer. The nurse is completing the assessment and should expect which of the following findings? (Select all that apply).
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: These are classic signs of perforation and peritonitis: tachycardia from pain/stress, rebound tenderness and rigidity from peritoneal irritation.
Question 4 of 5
A client is receiving continuous enteral nutrition through a nasogastric small-bore silicone feeding tube. What should the nurse plan for when this client has a computed tomography (CT) scan ordered?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Stopping feeding 30-60 minutes before the scan reduces aspiration risk and prevents stomach contents from interfering with imaging.
Question 5 of 5
A client arrives at the emergency room with symptoms of peptic ulcer disease. Which of these symptoms should the nurse identify as the priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hematemesis indicates active bleeding and is the most urgent concern.