ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nurs 200 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A patient diagnosed with peripheral arterial disease is being educated about the benefits of walking for exercise. What information should the nurse emphasize?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Continuing to walk to the point of pain is beneficial for patients with PAD. Walking can help improve symptoms by increasing blood flow and oxygen supply to the muscles.
Question 2 of 5
A patient diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes reports a blood glucose level of 210 mg/dL and symptoms of a sore throat, cough, and fever. What advice should the nurse give to the patient?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Monitoring blood glucose levels every 4 hours and notifying the doctor if it continues to rise is the best advice. When a patient with diabetes is sick, their blood glucose levels can rise due to the stress the body is under.
Question 3 of 5
A patient is prescribed metronidazole orally. What statement should be included in the discharge teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Metronidazole may cause an unusual metallic taste in the mouth. This is a common side effect of the medication and is usually temporary.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for the following four clients on the nursing unit. Which client is at the highest risk for the development of deep vein thrombosis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Patients who have undergone major open abdominal surgery are at the highest risk for the development of DVT due to the surgery itself and postoperative immobility.
Question 5 of 5
The client has been receiving vancomycin 1 gram IV every 12 hours for 2 days. What nursing actions are appropriate when administering this medication? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E
Rationale: Vancomycin can cause Red Man Syndrome, ototoxicity, and requires infusion over 1-2 hours to avoid complications. Monitoring trough levels ensures therapeutic efficacy and avoids toxicity.