ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching for a client who is taking isoniazid (INH) for tuberculosis. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Isoniazid can cause hepatotoxicity, so liver function monitoring is necessary.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching about safe positioning with the caregiver of a client who has right-sided hemiplegia following a stroke. Which of the following statements by the caregiver indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Supporting the feet prevents foot drop in a client with hemiplegia.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has bacterial meningitis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dimming lights reduces photophobia, a common symptom of bacterial meningitis.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is taking telmisartan. The nurse should identify that which of the following findings indicates that the medication has been effective?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Telmisartan, an antihypertensive, is effective if it lowers blood pressure.
Question 5 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: D
Rationale: A low-pressure alarm often indicates a cuff leak, requiring evaluation.