ATI RN
ATI n120 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer ceftriaxone 1g via intermittent IV bolus over 60 min. Available is 1 g ceftriaxone sodium in 250 mL dextrose 5% in water. The nurse should set the pump can 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: A
Rationale: Calculation: 250 mL ÷ 60 min × 60 min/hr = 250 mL/hr.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse knows that all of the following are features of ulcerative colitis except?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Skip lesions and cobblestone appearance are features of Crohn's disease, not ulcerative colitis, which has continuous inflammation.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse recognizes which of the following as signs and symptoms of hyperglycemia type I diabetes mellitus? Select all that apply,
Correct Answer: B,D
Rationale: Hyperglycemia causes polyuria and polydipsia due to glucose excretion and dehydration, unlike unconsciousness, anorexia, or respiratory changes.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing education for client newly prescribed warfarin in preparation for being discharged home. Which of the following should be included the teaching plan? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Warfarin requires overlap with heparin, bleeding precautions like soft toothbrushes and electric shavers, but not aPTT monitoring (used for heparin) or increased vitamin K, which counteracts warfarin.
Question 5 of 5
Before beginning a transfusion of packed red blood cells (PRBCs), which action by the nurse would be of highest priority to ensure patient safety?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Verifying blood and patient ID prevents transfusion errors, critical before starting, unlike other actions that follow or are incorrect.