ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Final Exam I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is observing the closed chest drainage system of a client who is 24 hours post thoracotomy. The nurse notes fluctuation in the suction control chamber. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fluctuations in the suction control chamber are normal and indicate a functioning system, so monitoring is appropriate.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has heart failure and a history of asthma. The nurse reviews the provider's orders and recognizes that clarification is needed for which of the following medications?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Carvedilol, a beta-blocker, can exacerbate asthma symptoms and requires clarification in patients with asthma.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a history of ulcerative colitis and a new diagnosis of anemia. Which of the following manifestations of colitis should the nurse identify as a contributing factor to the development of the anemia?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Chronic blood loss from inflamed intestinal lining in ulcerative colitis is a major cause of anemia.
Question 4 of 5
A 36-year-old patient with suspected gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding undergoes a diagnostic endoscopy which determines the site of bleeding is a duodenal ulcer. What is the most likely cause of a duodenal ulcer?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Helicobacter pylori infection is the most common cause of duodenal ulcers, damaging the protective lining of the duodenum. Stress, NSAIDs, and alcohol can contribute but are less likely primary causes.
Question 5 of 5
A patient with right lower-lobe pneumonia has been treated with intravenous antibiotics for 3 days. Which assessment data obtained by the nurse indicates that the treatment is effective?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A decreased white blood cell count indicates the infection is resolving, showing antibiotic effectiveness.