ATI RN
ATI Clinical Exam Questions
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Nurse's Notes & Physical Examination
• The client has been lying in bed and appears more fatigued than earlier. They complain of increased dizziness and a persistent headache. The nausea has worsened, and the client reports feeling faint upon sitting up. There is noticeable pallor, and the skin feels cool to touch. The client is breathing rapidly and appears anxious, stating that they feel something is not right. Heart rate has increased further, and rhythm remains regular but fast. Lung sounds are now clear bilaterally without diminished areas. The client still requires assistance for ambulation due to unsteadiness.
Vital Signs
• Blood Pressure: 110/68 mm Hg
• Temperature: 36.4° C (97.5° F)
• Pulse: 98/min
• Respirations: 24/min
Diagnostic Results
• Hemoglobin: 13.4 g/dL
• Hematocrit: 40.8%
• Blood Glucose: 245 mg/dL
• Serum Potassium: 4.8 mEq/L (Reference range: 3.5-5.0 mEq/L)
Provider's Prescriptions
• Administer IV fluids at 75 mL/hr.
• Recheck blood glucose level in 2 hours.
• Continue monitoring fluid intake and output.
Scenario :A nurse is caring for a client admitted to the medical-surgical unit. The exhibits below detail the client's condition at different time points throughout the day. Review the exhibits and determine how the client's condition evolves and whether it worsens or improves.
1500 hrs - Follow-Up Assessment
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Based on the 1500 hrs assessment, categorize the following actions for the client
Options | Essential | Nonessential | Contraindicated |
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Increasing IV fluid rate | |||
Encouraging the client to sit up without assistance | |||
Administering antiemetic medication | |||
Monitoring respiratory rate closely | |||
Providing reassurance and calming interventions | |||
Checking electrolyte levels regularly |
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Rationale: [1, 1, 0]
Increasing IV fluid rate and encouraging the client to sit up without assistance are essential actions based on the assessment. Increasing IV fluid rate helps maintain hydration and support physiological functions, while sitting up without assistance promotes lung expansion and aids in respiratory function. Administering antiemetic medication, monitoring respiratory rate closely, and providing reassurance are important but not essential at this time. Checking electrolyte levels regularly is not mentioned in the scenario and is therefore not relevant.
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