ATI RN
ATI N 1201222 Med Surg Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer gabapentin 900 mg PO once daily for a client who has neuropathic pain. The amount available is gabapentin 300 mg/capsule. How many capsules should the nurse administer per dose?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Calculate: 900 mg ÷ 300 mg/capsule = 3 capsules per dose.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is instructing a young adult client about healthful sleep habits. Which of the following statements should the nurse identify as an indication that the client needs further teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Watching TV until falling asleep disrupts sleep cycles. Snacks/baths, consistent schedules, and avoiding naps promote healthy sleep.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory values of a client who had a myocardial infarction 3 hours ago. The nurse should expect which of the following laboratory values to be elevated?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Troponin I is the most specific marker for myocardial infarction, indicating cardiac muscle damage. Amylase relates to pancreatitis, AST is less specific, and bilirubin is for liver function.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient with a pressure ulcer on the left hip. The ulcer is black. Which next step will the nurse anticipate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Black necrotic tissue requires debridement to promote healing and prevent infection. Drainage management, documentation, and monitoring follow debridement.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who is confined to bed. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Repositioning every 2 hours prevents pressure ulcers. Moist skin risks breakdown, assessment is monitoring, and massaging reddened areas can worsen damage.