ATI RN
ATI RN pharmacology 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is planning an in-service to teach families about self-care resources for caregivers. Which of the following programs should the nurse plan to include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Respite care offers temporary relief for caregivers, supporting their self-care.
Question 2 of 5
A charge nurse has reviewed fire safety procedures with staff members. Which of the following statements by a staff member indicates an understanding of the last action they should take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Extinguishing small fires is the last step in the RACE protocol if safe.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client about prevention of injury when lifting. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Standing close to the object reduces back strain and improves control, adhering to proper lifting techniques.
Extract:
Nurses' Notes
Diagnostic Results
Day 1:
The client has left-sided weakness and is unable to ambulate without full assistance. 2+ pedal pulses present and equal bilaterally.
Day 2:
Area of swelling and tenderness noted to back of right calf. Pedal pulses present and equal bilaterally.
Question 4 of 5
The client is at risk for developing ___ due to their ___
| deep vein thrombosis (DVT) |
| immobility |
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: Swelling and tenderness in the calf are key signs of DVT, which is a common complication of immobility after a stroke. Immobility leads to venous stasis, increasing the risk of clot formation.
Extract:
Nurses' Notes
Diagnostic Results
0800:
Client 1 is admitted with right hip pain following a fall.
Client 2 has a history of hyperlipidemia.
Client 3 has a history of congestive heart failure.
Client 4 has hypertension and a new prescription for furosemide.
Client 5 has a stage 2 pressure injury on the sacrum.
Client 6 is admitted with a new diagnosis of diabetes mellitus.
Question 5 of 5
The first client the nurse should assess is ___ followed by ___
| Pulmonary edema |
| Glycemic control |
| Hypoalbuminemia |
| Hip fracture |
| Low potassium |
| Malnutrition |
Correct Answer: A,D
Rationale: Pulmonary edema is a life-threatening condition that can impair oxygenation, requiring immediate assessment for respiratory distress. The hip fracture, while urgent due to pain and potential bleeding, is not as immediately life-threatening as pulmonary edema.