ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Pharm Comprehensive Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse collects blood from the client during peripheral IV line placement. What laboratory specimens would the nurse expect for the provider to order? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,E,F,G
Rationale: A complete blood count is commonly ordered to assess overall health and detect conditions like anemia or infection. Electrolytes are checked to evaluate fluid and electrolyte balance. BUN and creatinine are used to assess kidney function. Coagulation studies are important to evaluate bleeding risk. Blood cultures may be ordered if infection is suspected. Blood glucose is relevant for metabolic assessment.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who ingested a poison and is now experiencing a seizure. Which of the following is the priority action the nurse should take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Checking the patency of the client's airway is the priority action because maintaining a clear airway is crucial during a seizure to ensure adequate oxygenation and prevent aspiration.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client before administering a unit of packed RBCs. The nurse should identify which of the following data as most important to obtain prior to the infusion?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Temperature is important to monitor for baseline and the temperature should be monitored during infusion since an increase in temperature can indicate a transfusion reaction.
Question 4 of 5
The client with acute pancreatitis asks why she is taking omeprazole. What is the nurse's best response?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor that reduces the production of gastric acid, which can help alleviate symptoms and promote healing in acute pancreatitis.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a family history of hypertension. The nurse should inform the client that his blood pressure of 124/79 mm Hg places him in which of the following categories?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Elevated BP is defined as a systolic BP of 120-129 mm Hg and a diastolic BP of less than 80 mm Hg.