ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nurs 224g Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is creating a dietary plan for an adult female client who has a hemoglobin level of 9.8 g/dL. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Raisins are a good source of iron and can help increase hemoglobin levels.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is 24 hours postoperative following an open reduction and internal fixation to repair a fracture of the femur. Which of the following assessment findings is an early manifestation of fat embolism syndrome (FES)?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dyspnea, or difficulty breathing, is one of the earliest signs of FES due to fat globules obstructing pulmonary vessels.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a family history of hypertension. The nurse should inform the client that his blood pressure of 124/79 mm Hg places him in which of the following categories?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A blood pressure of 124/79 mm Hg is considered elevated, with systolic readings from 120-129 and diastolic less than 80 mm Hg.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is creating a dietary plan for an adult female client who has a hemoglobin level of 9.8 g/dL. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Raisins are a good source of iron and can help increase hemoglobin levels.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a spinal cord injury and is developing autonomic dysreflexia. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Placing the client in a sitting position helps lower blood pressure by promoting venous return, addressing the hypertensive crisis first.