ATI RN
ATI N200 Med Surg Exam 5 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client has just returned to the surgical unit following femoral-popliteal bypass surgery of the right leg. The nurse should place the client in which position?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Semi-Fowler's with leg elevation promotes venous return, reduces swelling, and minimizes pressure on the surgical site.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a diagnosis of chronic peripheral arterial disease. Which statement by the client warrants immediate intervention by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Using a heating pad can cause burns in PAD due to reduced sensation, requiring immediate intervention.
Question 3 of 5
A client with an above the knee amputation asks the nurse why the stump needs to be wrapped with an elastic bandage. The nurse explains that it:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Elastic bandaging shapes the stump for prosthetic fitting and reduces edema.
Question 4 of 5
A client is ordered 450 ml of Normal Saline Solution over 3 hours. The drop factor on the IV tubing is 15 drops per ml. At what rate should the nurse regulate the IV?
Correct Answer: 37.5 drops per minute
Rationale: Drip rate = (450 mL x 15 drops/mL) / 180 minutes = 37.5 drops per minute.
Question 5 of 5
At 1630 a Type I diabetic client's blood glucose level is 50 mg/dl. The client is alert; however, dinner will not be served until 1715. The nurse's initial action should be to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Orange juice provides a quick source of carbohydrates to treat mild hypoglycemia effectively before dinner.