ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nursing 200 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse administers the first dose of metoprolol 10 mg PO to a client. Which nursing action is most appropriate following the administration of this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Metoprolol can cause dizziness or fainting after the first dose, so ensuring the call bell is accessible allows the client to seek help if needed.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with hypertension about the prescribed hydrochlorothiazide 10 mg PO daily. Which statement, made by the client, would indicate that the teaching has been effective? "I will:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Taking hydrochlorothiazide in the morning prevents nocturia, indicating understanding of proper administration timing.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is aware that the goal of using diltiazem 30 mg PO bid in the collaborative plan of care for a client diagnosed with variant (Prinzmetal's) angina is to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Diltiazem reduces coronary artery spasms, the primary cause of variant angina, improving blood flow to the heart.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is reviewing the laboratory data of a client diagnosed with coronary artery disease. Which set of laboratory results indicates a need for client teaching regarding dietary modifications?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: High cholesterol (180 mg/dL), low HDL (40 mg/dL), and high triglycerides (220 mg/dL) indicate a need for dietary changes to reduce cardiovascular risk.
Question 5 of 5
The client says to the nurse, "I get a headache every time I put on my Nitropatch." Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Headache is a common side effect of nitroglycerin due to vasodilation and typically subsides with continued use. The nurse should reassure the client and suggest analgesics like acetaminophen, rather than suggesting dosage changes or implying the headache is permanent.