ATI RN
ATI RN NSG 232 Exam Med Surg Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with heart failure who takes furosemide 20mg daily at home and is receiving 40mg of furosemide IV daily in the hospital. The nurse is aware that this patient is at risk for what electrolyte imbalance?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hypokalemia is a decreased level of potassium in the blood and is a major adverse effect of furosemide use due to increased potassium excretion.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is scheduled for an echocardiogram the following day. Which of the following information should the nurse include about the test?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An echocardiogram assesses heart structures and function using sound waves.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a heart failure client with a history of dietary non compliance. The nurse suspects the client has fluid volume overload. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: A: Fluid overload increases blood pressure. B: Increased heart rate compensates for fluid overload. D: Increased respiratory rate compensates for reduced oxygenation.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving intravenous heparin therapy for deep vein thrombosis. The nurse evaluates for side effects of this drug by observing for:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Petechiae indicate potential bleeding or thrombocytopenia, a side effect of heparin therapy.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new diagnosis of atrial fibrillation. The nurse should include which of the following in the education?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Checking for increased bruising is important because atrial fibrillation can lead to blood clots, and anticoagulants may cause bruising.