ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Pharm Comprehensive Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is monitoring a client who is on telemetry. Which of the following findings on the ECG strip should the nurse recognize as normal sinus rhythm?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The P wave falling before the QRS complex is characteristic of normal sinus rhythm.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching about necessary baseline examinations with a female client who is to start taking atorvastatin. Which of the following baseline examinations should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Liver function tests are necessary before starting atorvastatin due to the medication's potential for hepatotoxicity.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse inspects the airway. There is no visible trauma, and the airway appears to be patent. What other assessment items are included in the primary survey? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,D,F
Rationale: Assessment of circulation is critical in the primary survey to identify and manage life-threatening conditions such as shock or severe bleeding. Assessing ventilation is a crucial part of the primary survey. Exposure is part of the primary survey, ensuring that the client is completely exposed for a thorough assessment while protecting their privacy and warmth.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing laboratory results of a client who has atrial fibrillation and is taking warfarin. For which of the following results should the nurse notify the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A PT of 45 seconds is prolonged and indicates a potential risk of bleeding due to excessive anticoagulation with warfarin. The nurse should notify the provider for further evaluation and adjustment of the warfarin dosage.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse withdraws morphine 2 mg from a 4-mg/mL vial to inject IM for a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take for wasting the excess medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Having a second nurse witness the disposal of the excess medication ensures proper documentation and accountability for controlled substances.