ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Custom N235 Final Summer 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is prioritizing client care after receiving change-of-shift report. Which of the following clients should the nurse plan to see first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Shortness of breath is a potential airway or breathing issue, making it the highest priority per ABCs.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a traumatic head injury and is exhibiting signs of increasing intracranial pressure. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to administer?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Mannitol 25% is an osmotic diuretic used to reduce intracranial pressure by drawing fluid out of the brain tissue.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing a client for transfer to the ICU for placement of a pulmonary artery catheter. The nurse should explain to the client that this catheter is used to monitor which of the following conditions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A pulmonary artery catheter monitors hemodynamic status, including cardiac output and pressures.
Question 4 of 5
A client who is having burn debridement states, 'You are the worst nurse I have ever seen. All you do is hurt me.' Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tell me more about that' encourages the client to express feelings, promoting therapeutic communication.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is prioritizing client care after receiving change-of-shift report. Which of the following clients should the nurse plan to see first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Shortness of breath is a potential airway or breathing issue, making it the highest priority per ABCs.