ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who requires protective isolation following a hematopoietic stem cell transplant. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement to protect the client from infection?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An N95 respirator protects the immunocompromised client from airborne pathogens.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a herniated disc and is scheduled for a peripheral nerve block. The client tells the nurse, 'I am afraid to have this procedure.' Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Discussing concerns encourages open communication and addresses the client's fears.
Extract:
Nurses' Notes
0900:
Client came to the ED this morning and reports not feeling well for the last 12 hr and increasing blood glucose. Client has a history of type 1 diabetes mellitus and hypertension. Client weight is 88 kg (194 lb). The client was recently treated for bronchitis and pneumonia. Client reports nausea and decreased appetite.
Client is alert and orientated x 4, heart and lung sounds are clear. Client states that they have been frequently urinating and are extremely thirsty. Bowel sounds are hyperactive in all 4 quadrants, Bilateral pedal pulses 1+. Slight tenting of skin. Peripheral IV established and labs drawn. A nurse is caring for a client in the emergency department.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client in the emergency department. The nurse understands that the client is at risk of developing which of the following complications? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: C,D,E,F
Rationale: High blood glucose and dehydration in type 1 diabetes can lead to hypotension, arrhythmias, renal failure, and cerebral edema.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching for a client who has heart failure and is to start therapy with digoxin. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Muscle weakness is a sign of digoxin toxicity, requiring provider notification.
Extract:
Physical Examination
Jaundice
Orange-brown colored urine
Positive hemoccult blood
Abdominal distention
Lethargy
1+ edema
Oriented x4
Tachydysrhythmia
Dyspnea with exertion
A nurse is admitting a middle adult client who has cirrhosis. Findings upon admission:
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is admitting a middle adult client who has cirrhosis. Findings upon admission: The nurse is assessing the client 24 hr later. How should the nurse interpret the findings? For each finding, click to specify whether the finding is unrelated to the diagnosis, a sign of potential improvement, or a sign of potential worsening condition.
| Options | Unrelated to diagnosis | Indication of Potential Improvement | Indication of Potential Worsening Condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spontaneous bruising | |||
| Ascites | |||
| Increased albumin level | |||
| Hematemesis | |||
| Elevated iron levels |
Correct Answer:
Rationale: Spontaneous bruising and hematemesis worsen cirrhosis; ascites is related; increased albumin improves; iron is unrelated.