ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Cardiac Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Identify the following Cardiac Rhythm:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ventricular tachycardia is characterized by rapid, wide QRS complexes and no P waves.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is in pulseless ventricular tachycardia (V-Tach). The nurse recognizes the need for which priority intervention?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Defibrillation is the priority for pulseless V-Tach to restore a normal rhythm.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with atrial fibrillation who is receiving continuous IV heparin. Which of the following findings is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sudden weakness suggests a possible stroke, a critical complication of atrial fibrillation requiring immediate action.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has hypertension and has a potassium level of 6.8 mEq/L. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A 12-lead ECG assesses for arrhythmias caused by hyperkalemia, such as peaked T waves.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client two months after mitral valve replacement. The client complains of malaise, anorexia, weight loss, chills, and fever. The nurse suspects the client may have endocarditis. What other assessment sign is associated with infectious endocarditis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Splinter hemorrhages are a classic sign of endocarditis due to small emboli from infected valves.