ATI RN
ATI n120 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is monitoring a client receiving an infusion of IV magnesium sulfate. Which of the following findings would indicate to the nurse that the client is experiencing hypermagnesemia?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hypermagnesemia causes depressed reflexes and lethargy due to CNS depression, unlike hypocalcemia, hypomagnesemia, or other symptoms.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with an exacerbation of inflammatory bowel disease. Which of the following orders would be anticipated for this patient?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Corticosteroids and immunosuppressants reduce inflammation in IBD exacerbations, unlike antiretrovirals, laxatives, or antibiotics, which are not first-line treatments.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing a client for an echocardiogram. The client asks what the test can show Which of the following is a correct statement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Echocardiograms assess heart pumping and structure, not catheters, blood proteins, or electrical activity.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse recognizes which of the following as signs and symptoms of hyperglycemia type I diabetes mellitus? Select all that apply,
Correct Answer: B,D
Rationale: Hyperglycemia causes polyuria and polydipsia due to glucose excretion and dehydration, unlike unconsciousness, anorexia, or respiratory changes.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is educating a female client about reducing the recurrence of urinary tract infections. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Changing out of wet clothing prevents bacterial growth, unlike synthetic underwear, infrequent urination, or low fluid intake, which increase UTI risk.