ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Final Exam I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse asks a client who is about to have a cardiac catheterization about any allergies. The client states, 'I always get a rash when I eat shellfish.' Which of the following is the priority nursing action?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Notifying the provider is the priority to ensure precautions are taken during the procedure, as shellfish allergies may indicate a risk for contrast dye reactions.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who is scheduled for a bronchoscopy. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ensuring NPO status prevents aspiration during bronchoscopy, a critical safety measure.
Question 3 of 5
A 50-year-old male patient with a history of chronic alcoholism presents with fatigue, glossitis, and peripheral neuropathy. Laboratory findings show a hemoglobin level of 9.0 g/dL and mean corpuscular volume (MCV) of 110 fL. What type of anemia is most likely in this patient?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia, caused by malabsorption in chronic alcoholism, presents with macrocytic anemia, glossitis, and neuropathy.
Question 4 of 5
A patient who is experiencing an acute asthma attack is admitted to the emergency department. Which action should the nurse complete first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Administering a bronchodilator is the priority to relieve bronchospasm and improve breathing in an acute asthma attack.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with a fractured tibia and fibula. Which data should the nurse report to the healthcare provider immediately?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An absent dorsalis pedis pulse with increasing pain suggests compromised circulation, requiring immediate reporting.