ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 1A Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a class about the steps of critical thinking. The nurse should include that interpreting data is included in which of the following steps?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Interpreting data is part of the analysis step, where information is examined to identify patterns and relevance.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who had total thyroidectomy and a serum calcium level of 7.6 mg/dL. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hypocalcemia (7.6 mg/dL) causes neuromuscular excitability, leading to tingling in extremities.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has diarrhea. Which of the following findings is a manifestation of hypokalemia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypokalemia, caused by potassium loss from diarrhea, leads to muscle weakness due to impaired nerve and muscle function.
Question 4 of 5
A newly hired nurse is preparing to remove a client's IV catheter. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Reviewing the facility's policies ensures the nurse follows standardized, safe procedures specific to the institution.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is monitoring a client who is receiving a blood transfusion. Which of the following findings indicates an allergic transfusion reaction?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Generalized urticaria (hives) is a common sign of an allergic transfusion reaction.