ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client prior to the administration of digoxin. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypokalemia increases the risk of digoxin toxicity, necessitating immediate reporting.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching on actions that improve gas exchange to a client diagnosed with emphysema. Which of the following instructions should be included in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pursed-lip breathing maintains positive airway pressure, improving gas exchange in emphysema.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the diagnostic test results of a female client who is about to undergo knee arthroplasty. Which of the following data collection findings should the nurse identify as the priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An elevated WBC count suggests infection or inflammation, which is a significant concern prior to surgery and requires immediate attention.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has an acute myocardial infarction (MI). Which of the following clinical manifestations should the nurse expect to find? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Nausea, diaphoresis, and tachycardia are common manifestations of MI due to autonomic and sympathetic nervous system activation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data on a client in the health clinic who is reporting epigastric pain. Which of the following statements made by the client should the nurse identify as being consistent with peptic ulcer disease?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: High-fat meals stimulate gastric acid secretion, exacerbating pain associated with peptic ulcers.