ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Final Exam I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A patient who is experiencing an acute asthma attack is admitted to the emergency department. Which action should the nurse complete first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Administering a bronchodilator is the priority to relieve bronchospasm and improve breathing in an acute asthma attack.
Question 2 of 5
A patient who is experiencing an acute asthma attack is admitted to the emergency department. Which action should the nurse complete first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Administering a bronchodilator is the priority to relieve bronchospasm and improve breathing in an acute asthma attack.
Question 3 of 5
What information should the nurse relay to the client with a hiatal hernia diagnosis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Frequent heartburn and regurgitation are classic symptoms of hiatal hernia due to stomach acid refluxing into the esophagus.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has diabetic ketoacidosis and hypoxia. Which of the following interventions is most critical to perform immediately?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ensuring a clear airway is the priority in hypoxia to facilitate oxygen delivery, critical in diabetic ketoacidosis.
Question 5 of 5
To monitor for complications in a patient with type 2 diabetes, which tests will the nurse in the diabetic clinic schedule at least annually? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,E
Rationale: Serum creatinine , microalbuminuria , and monofilament testing monitor kidney function and neuropathy, common diabetes complications.