ATI RN
ATI 410 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is obtaining a health history from a client who has iron deficiency anemia. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fatigue is a hallmark symptom of iron deficiency anemia due to decreased oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood, leading to tiredness and lack of energy. Slurred speech, confusion, and pain are not typical symptoms unless associated with severe or advanced stages.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client following cataract surgery. Which of the following comments from the client should the nurse report to the client's provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Severe pain after cataract surgery is unusual and could indicate complications like increased intraocular pressure or infection, requiring immediate reporting. Other comments reflect common post-surgical experiences.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client following cataract surgery. Which of the following comments from the client should the nurse report to the client's provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Severe pain after cataract surgery is unusual and could indicate complications like increased intraocular pressure or infection, requiring immediate reporting. Other comments reflect common post-surgical experiences.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for one unit of packed RBCs. The nurse should plan to remain in the room with the client at which of the following times during the infusion to observe for a transfusion reaction?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Transfusion reactions typically occur within the first 15 minutes of starting the blood transfusion. The nurse should remain with the patient during this critical period to monitor for signs of a reaction, such as fever, chills, rash, or difficulty breathing.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has fluid overload. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Tachycardia occurs as the heart compensates for increased blood volume. Hypertension results from increased vascular resistance due to excess fluid. Increased respiratory rate is due to pulmonary congestion from fluid overload. Hematocrit decreases due to dilution, and temperature is not directly affected.