ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Pharm Comprehensive Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer 10 units of regular insulin and 20 units of NPH insulin to a client who has diabetes mellitus. When mixing the two types of insulin, which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Injecting air into the NPH insulin vial ensures that the proper amount of insulin can be withdrawn without creating a vacuum.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client about interventions to reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular disease. Which of the following statements by the client should indicate to the nurse the need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Trans-fatty acids increase the risk of cardiovascular disease; this statement indicates a misunderstanding.
Question 3 of 5
The client with acute pancreatitis asks why she is taking omeprazole. What is the nurse's best response?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor that reduces the production of gastric acid, which can help alleviate symptoms and promote healing in acute pancreatitis.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching about necessary baseline examinations with a female client who is to start taking atorvastatin. Which of the following baseline examinations should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Liver function tests are necessary before starting atorvastatin due to the medication's potential for hepatotoxicity.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the admission of a client who is about to have elective surgery. The client tells the nurse she feels anxious. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Encouraging the client to express her concerns is a therapeutic communication technique that validates her feelings and can help reduce anxiety.