ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Quiz 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is establishing health promotion goals for a female client who smokes cigarettes, has hypertension, and has a BMI of 30. Which of the following goals should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Regular exercise, such as walking 30 minutes 5 days a week, improves cardiovascular health, aids weight management, and lowers blood pressure. Calcium avoidance is unnecessary, increased calories are counterproductive, and smokeless tobacco still poses risks.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is educating a client on the use of Pyrazinamide for tuberculosis. Which of the following statements is correct?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pyrazinamide can cause hepatotoxicity, requiring frequent liver function tests. B is related to Ethambutol, C to Isoniazid, and D to Rifampin.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has an elevated potassium level and is on a cardiac monitor. The nurse is aware that hyperkalemia may be associated with changes to the T-wave. On the graphic, point and click on the area of the electrocardiogram (ECG) that represents the T wave.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The T wave, representing ventricular repolarization, is the prominent upward wave following the QRS complex. Hyperkalemia may cause tall, peaked T waves.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client whose arterial blood gas results show a pH of 7.5, an HCO3 of 22, and a PaCO2 of 25 mm Hg. The nurse should identify that the client is experiencing which of the following acid-base imbalances?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A pH of 7.5 indicates alkalosis, and a low PaCO2 of 25 mm Hg suggests hyperventilation, pointing to respiratory alkalosis. A would show elevated HCO3, C would have low pH and HCO3, and D would have low pH and high PaCO2.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client regarding reduction of risk factors for coronary artery disease. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Limiting fast foods reduces unhealthy fats, monitoring weight helps manage cardiovascular risks, and stopping smoking significantly lowers CAD risk. Moderate alcohol consumption may be beneficial, and exercise should be increased, not limited.