ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Pharm Comprehensive Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a group of clients about tick-borne illnesses. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching regarding ticks?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Grasping the tick as close to the skin as possible with fine-tipped tweezers allows for complete removal without squeezing the tick's body.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is administering morphine 2 mg IV every 2 to 4 hr to a client who has an abdominal incision. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Orthostatic hypotension is a known adverse effect of morphine due to its potential to cause vasodilation and lower blood pressure, especially when the client changes positions.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing laboratory results of a client who has atrial fibrillation and is taking warfarin. For which of the following results should the nurse notify the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A PT of 45 seconds is prolonged and indicates a potential risk of bleeding due to excessive anticoagulation with warfarin. The nurse should notify the provider for further evaluation and adjustment of the warfarin dosage.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for four clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse identify as having the highest risk for aspiration?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A client receiving continuous enteral feeding through an NG tube is at the highest risk for aspiration due to the risk of feeding contents entering the airway.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse in a long-term care facility is assisting a client with eating during meal time and recognizes another client indicating he is choking. Which of the following situations requires the nurse to perform the Heimlich maneuver?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Inability to make any sounds indicates a complete airway obstruction, requiring the Heimlich maneuver.