ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse working in the emergency department is caring for a client who has a burn injury. After securing the client's airway, which of the following interventions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Starting an IV for fluid resuscitation is the first priority after airway management in burn injuries.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching for a client who has heart failure and is to start therapy with digoxin. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Muscle weakness is a sign of digoxin toxicity, requiring provider notification.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 3 hr postoperative. Which of the following findings should the nurse understand is a manifestation of bleeding?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tachycardia is a compensatory response to bleeding and hypovolemia.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult client who reports vaginal dryness and itching. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Decreasing estrogen levels in older adults cause vaginal dryness and itching.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is performing a fall risk assessment on a client. Which of the following findings indicates the client has an increased fall risk?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Urinary incontinence increases fall risk due to urgency and potential slips.