ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has bacterial meningitis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dimming lights reduces photophobia, a common symptom of bacterial meningitis.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is performing medication reconciliation for a client newly admitted. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Considering medication interaction risks ensures safety by identifying conflicts between home and hospital drugs, allowing provider adjustments. A. Reconciliation at all care transitions prevents errors. B. Comparing only home medications misses inpatient drugs. C. Deleting prescriptions exceeds nursing scope.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is administering packed RBCs to a client. The client reports chills, lower back pain, and nausea 10 min after the infusion begins. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Stopping the infusion is the first action to prevent further reaction in a suspected transfusion reaction.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new onset of hyperglycemic hyperosmolar state (HHS). Which of the following interventions by the nurse is the highest priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: IV fluid replacement is the highest priority in HHS to correct severe dehydration and restore hemodynamic stability.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN). Which of the following nursing actions are appropriate? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Monitoring glucose, verifying the solution, and weighing daily are appropriate TPN actions to ensure safety and efficacy.