ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Final Exam Nsg 232 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the health history of a client diagnosed with angina pectoris and has a prescription for propranolol hydrochloride PO 40 mg twice daily. Which of the following findings in the client's health history should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Propranolol, a non-selective beta-blocker, can exacerbate bronchospasm in asthma patients and should be reported.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client diagnosed with hypertension and is prescribed Atenolol. Which of the following findings should the nurse include as adverse effects of Atenolol?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Atenolol, a beta-blocker, can slow the heart rate, leading to bradycardia, which is a well-documented adverse effect.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to perform a 12-lead electrocardiogram. Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide to the client while applying the electrode gel pads?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Relaxing and avoiding movement or speaking ensures a clear ECG recording.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is taking furosemide (Lasix) daily to treat heart failure. The nurse recognizes that the client is at risk for which electrolyte imbalance?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Furosemide, a loop diuretic, promotes potassium excretion, leading to hypokalemia.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing direction to a nursing assistant who will be caring for a client with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and receiving azidothymidine (AZT) antiretroviral therapy. The nurse should instruct the nursing assistant to implement which of the following actions?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Standard precautions are sufficient for HIV patients, as the virus is not transmitted through casual contact.