ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has a cervical spine injury and has a halo traction device in place. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Space for one finger ensures the vest fits properly without excessive pressure.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation when the low-pressure alarm sounds on the ventilator. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A low-pressure alarm often indicates a cuff leak, requiring evaluation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who reports that they cannot afford their prescribed medication. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A social worker can assist with financial resources for medication affordability.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning to withdraw medication from an ampule to prepare for an injection. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Disposing of the ampule top in a sharps container prevents injury from glass shards.
Extract:
Laboratory Results
0915:
Blood glucose 468 mg/dL (74 to 106 mg/dL)
pH 7.30 (7.35 to 7.45)
Potassium 5.5 mEq/L (3.5 to 5 mEq/L)
Sodium 138 mEq/L (136 to 145 mEq/L)
Chloride 101 mEq/L (98 to 106 mEq/L)
BUN 21 mg/dL (10 to 20 mg/dL)
Creatinine 1.7 mg/dL (0.5 to 1.1 mg/dL)
Urine dipstick positive for ketones (negative)
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client in the emergency department. Which of the following 3 provider prescriptions does the nurse anticipate?
Correct Answer: B,C,F,
Rationale: These prescriptions address DKA with fluid resuscitation, insulin, monitoring, and potassium management.