ATI RN
RN ATI Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is to preparing to administer cefazolin 1 g by intermittent IV bolus over 30 min. Available is cefazolin 1 g in 100 ml dextrose 5% in water (DSW). The drop factor of the manual IV tubing is 10 gtt/mL. The nurse should set the manual IV infusion to deliver how many gtt/min? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 33 gtt/min
Rationale: gtt/min = (100 mL x 10 gtt/mL) / 30 min = 33.33, rounded to 33.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is in skeletal traction. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication of infection at the pin sites?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fever is a classic sign of infection and warrants further investigation, especially when associated with other symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult client who has a fractured hip and will require rehabilitative care. The client's family asks the nurse for information about this type of care. Which of the following explanations should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Emphasizing complete recovery aligns with the goals of rehabilitative care, which aims for maximal restoration of function.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a puncture wound on his foot. Which of the following findings is a manifestation of acute osteomyelitis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Localized erythema (redness) around the site of the puncture wound is a classic sign of inflammation and infection seen in acute osteomyelitis.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a newly licensed nurse about the difference between a plaster cast and a synthetic cast. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Synthetic casts are lighter in weight than plaster casts, making them more comfortable for the patient.