ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 1A Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer 0.45% sodium chloride (NaCl) 1000 mL IV to infuse over 8 hr. The nurse should set the IV pump to deliver how many mL/hr? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero)
Correct Answer: 125
Rationale: Divide 1000 mL by 8 hr: 1000 / 8 = 125 mL/hr.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a class about the steps of critical thinking. The nurse should include that interpreting data is included in which of the following steps?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Interpreting data is part of the analysis step, where information is examined to identify patterns and relevance.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for potassium chloride (KCL) 20 mEq PO daily. The nurse reviews the client's most recent laboratory results and finds the client's potassium level is 5.2 mEq/L. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A potassium level of 5.2 mEq/L is slightly elevated; notifying the physician ensures safe administration or adjustment.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer 0.45% sodium chloride (NaCl) 1000 mL IV to infuse over 8 hr. The nurse should set the IV pump to deliver how many mL/hr? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero)
Correct Answer: 125
Rationale: Divide 1000 mL by 8 hr: 1000 / 8 = 125 mL/hr.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for four hospitalized clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse identify as being at risk for fluid volume deficit?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Gastroenteritis and fever cause fluid loss through vomiting, diarrhea, and sweating, increasing the risk of fluid volume deficit.