ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Final Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a group of clients about risk factors for developing atrial flutter. Which of the following clients should the nurse understand is at highest risk for developing atrial flutter?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A history of myocardial infarction increases the risk of atrial flutter due to structural heart damage and electrical changes.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has peripheral artery disease for potential safety concerns. Which of the following client statements should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Balance issues increase fall risk in peripheral artery disease, requiring immediate reporting for safety interventions.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing care for a client diagnosed with diabetic ketoacidosis (DK)?
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E
Rationale: Exercise, leg elevation, compression pumps, and layered wraps improve circulation and reduce symptoms in peripheral venous disease, while the ABI test is diagnostic for arterial disease.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has hypothyroidism and has been prescribed levothyroxine. Which of the following medication instructions would the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Levothyroxine should be taken on an empty stomach to ensure optimal absorption, ideally 30-60 minutes before breakfast or 3-4 hours after a meal.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has coronary artery disease. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching to explain the correlation between changes in the coronary arteries and manifestations that occur?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The narrowing of coronary arteries due to plaque buildup in atherosclerosis reduces blood flow, oxygen, and nutrients to the heart, causing symptoms of coronary artery disease.