ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the diagnostic test results of a female client who is about to undergo knee arthroplasty. Which of the following data collection findings should the nurse identify as the priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An elevated WBC count suggests infection or inflammation, which is a significant concern prior to surgery and requires immediate attention.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a client who is taking a loop diuretic and notes the client's potassium level is 3.0 mEq/L. Which of the following physiological responses should the nurse expect related to the client's hypokalemia?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hypokalemia can cause disturbances in cardiac conduction, leading to dysrhythmias.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is measuring the vital signs of a client he suspects has hypovolemic shock. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Low blood pressure and high pulse rate are indicative of hypovolemic shock, with the high pulse rate being a compensatory mechanism to maintain cardiac output.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult client who has dysphagia and left-sided weakness following a stroke. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Thickened fluids are easier to control during swallowing, reducing the risk of aspiration in clients with dysphagia.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the diagnostic test results of a female client who is about to undergo knee arthroplasty. Which of the following data collection findings should the nurse identify as the priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An elevated WBC count suggests infection or inflammation, which is a significant concern prior to surgery and requires immediate attention.