ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nursing 200 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse instructs a client diagnosed with hypertension and coronary artery disease who has been given a new prescription for carvedilol 6.25 mg PO bid to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Carvedilol can cause orthostatic hypotension, so slow position changes prevent dizziness or falls.
Question 2 of 5
A patient has recently started ferrous sulfate 500 mg by mouth two times per day for anemia. Which of the following data would indicate to the nurse that the therapy is successful?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hemoglobin level of 14 g/dL within the normal range indicates improved oxygen-carrying capacity, confirming successful treatment of anemia with ferrous sulfate.
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 instructs a client diagnosed with hypertension and coronary artery disease who has been given a new prescription for carvedilol 6.25 mg PO bid to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Carvedilol can cause orthostatic hypotension, so slow position changes prevent dizziness or falls.
Question 5 of 5
The client diagnosed with primary hypertension says, "I don't know why the doctor is worried about my blood pressure. I am feeling just fine." Which statement by the nurse would be the most appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hypertension can cause silent damage to organs like the heart and kidneys, even without symptoms. Educating the client about this risk emphasizes the need for ongoing monitoring and treatment.