ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse on the medical-surgical unit is caring for a client who has a seizure disorder. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Padding side rails prevents injury during seizures.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has gastroenteritis. Which of the following assessment findings should the nurse recognize as an indication that the client is experiencing dehydration?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Decreased blood pressure is a sign of dehydration due to fluid loss.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has developed nephrotic syndrome. Which of the following dietary recommendations should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Decreasing protein intake reduces proteinuria in nephrotic syndrome.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 3 hr postoperative following a total knee arthroplasty. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to prevent venous thromboembolism?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Foot circumduction promotes venous return, preventing thromboembolism.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is postoperative following an open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) of the femur. Which of the following assessment should be the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Neurovascular assessment is the priority to detect complications like compartment syndrome.