ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Med-Surg 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer fresh frozen plasma to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fresh frozen plasma must be administered immediately after thawing to maintain efficacy.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation when the low pressure alarm sounds on the ventilator. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A low pressure alarm often indicates a cuff leak, requiring assessment.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has gastroenteritis. Which of the following assessment findings should the nurse recognize as an indication that the client is experiencing dehydration?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Decreased blood pressure indicates dehydration due to fluid loss.
Extract:
Nurses' Notes
Vital Signs
Laboratory Results
0900:
Client came to the emergency department this morning and reports not feeling well for the last 12 hr and increasing blood glucose. Client has a history of type 1 diabetes mellitus and hypertension. Client weight is 88 kg (194 lb). The client was recently treated for bronchitis and pneumonia. Client reports nausea and decreased appetite. Client is alert and orientated x 4, heart and lung sounds are clear. Client states that they have been frequently urinating and are extremely thirsty. Bowel sounds are hyperactive in all 4 quadrants. Bilateral pedal pulses 1+. Slight tenting of skin.
Peripheral IV established and labs drawn.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client in the emergency department. The nurse understands that the client is at risk of developing which of the following complications? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,D,E,F
Rationale: DKA can lead to hypotension, arrhythmias, renal failure, and cerebral edema due to dehydration and metabolic imbalances.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has developed nephrotic syndrome. Which of the following dietary recommendations should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Decreasing protein intake reduces kidney workload in nephrotic syndrome.