ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a female client who had a stroke. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the client has an increased risk of developing skin breakdown?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Low albumin levels indicate poor nutrition, increasing the risk of skin breakdown.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is evaluating the supplement intake of a client who has high cholesterol. The nurse should identify that which of the following supplements will help lower the client's lipid levels?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Omega-3 fish oil lowers triglycerides and cholesterol by reducing VLDL production and enhancing LDL clearance. B. Glucosamine supports joint health, not lipid levels. C. Cranberry tablets prevent urinary infections, not cholesterol issues. D. Ginkgo biloba aids circulation, not lipid metabolism.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer fresh frozen plasma to a client. Which of the following is correct?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Plasma must be administered immediately after thawing to maintain efficacy.
Extract:
Findings upon admission:
Vital Signs
Blood pressure 106/64 mm Hg
Heart rate 95/min
Respiratory rate 20/min
Temperature 37.8° C (100° F)
Oxygen saturation 95% on O, at 3 L/min via nasal cannula
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult client who was admitted with a urinary tract infection. The nurse is assessing the client 12 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Disoriented to person, place, and time | |||
| Oxygen saturation 96% at 2 L/min via nasal cannula | |||
| Hct 45% | |||
| Butterfly rash | |||
| Blood pressure 100/50 mm Hg |
Correct Answer:
Rationale: Disorientation and low BP worsen UTI; improved O2 is a sign of improvement; Hct is normal; rash is unrelated.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN). Which of the following nursing actions are appropriate? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Monitoring glucose, verifying the solution, and weighing daily are appropriate TPN actions to ensure safety and efficacy.