ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 1A Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client whose arterial blood gas results show a pH of 7.3 and a PaCO2 of 50 mm Hg. The nurse should identify that the client is experiencing which of the following acid-base imbalances?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A pH of 7.3 (acidic) and PaCO2 of 50 mm Hg (elevated) indicate respiratory acidosis due to CO2 retention.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with teaching a class about expected physiological changes in older adult clients. Which of the following changes should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Bedwetting (nocturnal enuresis) can occur in older adults due to changes in bladder control.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a group of adult athletes about prevention of the effects of dehydration on the body. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dehydration impairs nervous system function, leading to decreased coordination and impaired motor control.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has metabolic alkalosis. For which of the following clinical manifestations should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: Metabolic alkalosis causes lethargy, circumoral paresthesia, bicarbonate excess, and flushing due to high pH and bicarbonate levels.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has fluid volume deficit. The nurse should expect which of the following findings?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fluid volume deficit causes hemoconcentration, increasing BUN due to reduced kidney perfusion.