ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
client tells a nurse that she tested positive for a mutant BRCA-1 gene. The nurse should recognize that this finding increases the client's risk for which of the following conditions?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Mutations in the BRCA-1 gene significantly increase the risk of developing breast cancer, especially at a younger age.
Question 2 of 5
client tells a nurse that she tested positive for a mutant BRCA-1 gene. The nurse should recognize that this finding increases the client's risk for which of the following conditions?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Mutations in the BRCA-1 gene significantly increase the risk of developing breast cancer, especially at a younger age.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the morning laboratory results of electrolytes for four clients who are receiving digoxin. Which of the following clients should the nurse identify as being at risk for developing digoxin toxicity?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Furosemide can cause hypokalemia, increasing the risk of digoxin toxicity.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is at risk for shock. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hypotension is a key indicator of shock due to insufficient blood flow to meet the body's oxygen and nutrient needs.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with collecting data on a client who is on a continuous ECG monitor. The client's ECG tracing shows no identifiable P waves and an irregular ventricular rate. The nurse should recognize the client is experiencing which of the following cardiac dysrhythmias?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Atrial fibrillation is characterized by the absence of P waves and an irregular ventricular rate due to chaotic atrial electrical activity.