ATI RN
ATI n120 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
During the acute phase of a stroke, the nurse assesses the patient's vital signs and neurologic status at least every cardiovascular sign that the nurse would see as the body attempts to increase cerebral blood flow?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypertension is a compensatory response to increase cerebral perfusion during a stroke, unlike dysrhythmias, heart sounds, or fluid overload.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is preparing a client for surgery in ine pre-operative setting. Which of the following is not the responsibility of the RN?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Explaining surgery details is the surgeon's responsibility, not the RN's, unlike witnessing consent, assessments, and checklists.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is providing education to a client newly diagnosed gastroesophageal reflux (GERD). Which of the following would be an incorrect statement about this condition?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: GERD can cause serious long-term effects like Barrett's esophagus and cancer, unlike correct advice on posture, antacids, and diet.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assessing a patient in the immediate post-operative phase. Which of the following assessment findings would be most indicative of post-operative hemorrhage?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tachycardia and hypotension are classic signs of hemorrhage due to compensatory mechanisms, unlike respiratory changes, fever, or confusion.
Question 5 of 5
A client who following prescribed multiple medications for recurring urinary tract infections tells the nurse that her urine has turned red-orange. Which of the following prescribed medications does the nurse suspect is responsible for this change?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Phenazopyridine commonly causes red-orange urine, a harmless side effect, unlike other medications or UTI itself.