ATI RN
ATI n200 Pharmacology Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse auscultates a heart murmur on a client with cardiovascular disease. At which anatomic landmark will an aortic murmur be heard the loudest?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The aortic area is best auscultated at the second intercostal space right of the sternum, where aortic murmurs are loudest due to proximity to the aortic valve.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse, who is caring for a client diagnosed with coronary artery disease, prioritizes the problem of impaired Tissue Perfusion into the plan of care. Which expected outcome would be most appropriate? The client will:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Expressing no chest discomfort or shortness of breath directly indicates improved cardiac tissue perfusion, which is critical in coronary artery disease. Other options, while relevant, do not directly measure perfusion.
Question 3 of 5
A client with borderline personality disorder reports to the nurse that they anxious & wants to cut their thigh. The nurse should first:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Helping the client identify triggers and develop coping strategies promotes emotional regulation and is the most therapeutic initial response.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse auscultates a loud heart murmur while performing a cardiac assessment on a client. The nurse is aware that a heart murmur reflects:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Heart murmurs are caused by turbulent blood flow, often due to valvular dysfunction, such as stenosis or regurgitation.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is administering Furosemide 40 mg PO to a client with peripheral edema. Which method should the nurse use to best evaluate the client's response to this medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Daily weights directly measure fluid loss, the primary goal of furosemide in treating peripheral edema.