ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a newborn who has a new diagnosis of phenylketonuria (PKU). Which of the following actions should be included in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A low-protein diet limits phenylalanine intake, critical for managing PKU and preventing neurological damage.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a newborn and auscultates an apical heart rate of 130/min. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A heart rate of 130/min is within the normal range for a newborn, requiring only documentation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is performing a physical examination of a client who is 1 day postpartum. Which of the following findings requires immediate intervention?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A displaced fundus suggests uterine atony, necessitating immediate intervention to prevent hemorrhage.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who is 2 hours postpartum following a cesarean birth. The client has a history of thromboembolic disease. Which of the following nursing interventions should be included in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ambulation prevents venous stasis, reducing the risk of thromboembolism in clients with a history of the condition.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a newborn 1 hr after birth. Which of the following respiratory rates is within the expected reference range for a newborn?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A respiratory rate of 48/min is within the normal range of 30-60 breaths per minute for a newborn.