ATI RN
ATI n120 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client who recently returned from surgery for a femur fracture. The client begins to complain of pain, numbness, and tingling to the affected extremity. Upon assessment the extremity is cold to the touch with no pedal pulse and no motor function. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Symptoms suggest impaired circulation, possibly compartment syndrome; loosening constricting bandages is urgent to restore blood flow, unlike other inappropriate actions.
Question 2 of 5
Which action should the nurse take first when discovering a fire in the client's bathroom trash can?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Removing the client to safety is the priority to prevent injury, before pulling alarms, extinguishing, or closing doors.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has seizures and a new prescription for phenytoin. Which of the following information should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Phenytoin causes gingival hyperplasia, necessitating regular dental check-ups, unlike incorrect antacid, alcohol, or urine color advice.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who was admitted for an acute exacerbation of Crohn's Disease with severe diarrhea for the last two days. The nurse knows that which of the following is the priority risk for this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Severe diarrhea risks fluid and electrolyte imbalances, potentially causing life-threatening complications, prioritizing over skin integrity, pain, or malnutrition.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is educating a student on moderate/conscious sedation. Which of the following is a correct statement about moderate sedation?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Moderate sedation reduces anxiety and pain while keeping the patient responsive and airway-protected, unlike local, general, or regional anesthesia.