ATI RN
ATI N 1201222 Med Surg Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is developing a plan of care for a client who has a stage pressure ulcer. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Repositioning every 2 hours prevents further ulcers. Hydrogen peroxide damages tissue, massaging reddened areas risks harm, and heat lamps can burn skin.
Question 2 of 5
A 2-year-old child is ordered to have eardrops daily. Which action will the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: For children under 3, pulling the auricle down and back straightens the ear canal for eardrop administration. Upward/outward is for older patients, and cotton balls or sitting up are secondary.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer phenytoin 75 mg PO every 6 hours. Available is phenytoin 25 mg/5 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Calculate: 25 mg/5 mL = 5 mg/mL. For 75 mg, 75 ÷ 5 = 15 mL.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a stage 3 pressure ulcer. The nurse should recognize which laboratory result identifies this client as being at risk for delayed wound healing?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Low serum albumin (3.2 g/dL) indicates malnutrition, delaying wound healing. Normal WBC, hemoglobin, and INR don't directly affect healing.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a patient about medications. Which statement from the patient indicates teaching is effective?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rotating transdermal patch sites prevents irritation and ensures absorption. Stopping antibiotics early risks resistance, skipping doses is incorrect, and parenteral drugs don't require food.