ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 6 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing care for a patient who is postoperative day 2 following gastric surgery. The nurse's assessment should be planned in light of the possibility of what potential complications?
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Atelectasis, pneumonia, and metabolic imbalances are key complications to monitor post-gastric surgery due to respiratory and electrolyte risks.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient with hepatic encephalopathy. While making the initial shift assessment, the nurse notes that the patient has a flapping tremor of the hands. The nurse should document the presence of what sign of liver disease?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Asterixis, characterized by a flapping tremor of the hands, is a hallmark sign of hepatic encephalopathy due to impaired ammonia metabolism affecting the brain.
Question 3 of 5
A patient with a peptic ulcer disease has had metronidazole (Flagyl) added to his current medication regimen. What health education related to this medication should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Avoiding alcohol is critical with metronidazole to prevent severe reactions like nausea, vomiting, and flushing.
Question 4 of 5
Give Ceclor 45mg/kg/day p.o. in 3 divided doses for a patient who weighs 66 pounds. How many mLs would the nurse administer per dose?
Correct Answer: 3.6
Rationale: For a 30 kg patient (66 lbs / 2.2), dose is 45 mg/kg/day = 1350 mg/day, or 450 mg/dose; 450 mg / 125 mg/mL = 3.6 mL per dose.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client with suspected appendicitis. Identify where the nurse will palpate to assess for pain at McBurney's point.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: McBurney's point is located in the right lower quadrant, one-third of the distance from the anterior superior iliac spine to the umbilicus, and is a key assessment area for appendicitis.