ATI RN
ATI n200 Med Surg Exam 6 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assessing an alert and independent older client for the risk of malnutrition. What item is most appropriate to assess?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Asking about a typical day's diet provides the most direct insight into nutritional intake, critical for assessing malnutrition risk.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse knows that which of the following routes is the SAFEST to infuse total parenteral nutrition (TPN)? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: Central lines (subclavian catheter, PIC
C) are safest for TPN due to high osmolarity. Nasogastric tubes and peripheral IVs are unsuitable.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse begins a 1000 mL bag of DS 0.45 Saline plus 20 meq of KCl at 125 mL per hour at 1400. The IV is stopped due to signs of infiltration at 1930. How many milliliters will have infused during that time period? Round to the nearest whole number. Do not use trailing zeros.
Correct Answer: 688
Rationale: From 1400 to 1930 is 5.5 hours (330 minutes). At 125 mL/hour, the total volume infused is 125 × 5.5 = 687.5 mL, rounded to 688 mL.
Question 4 of 5
The occupational health nurse is completing an assessment on an employee who has a history of type 2 diabetes, coronary artery disease, unstable angina, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Which statement(s) should prompt the nurse to refer the employee for PROMPT evaluation of their cardiac status? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Shortness of breath when lying flat, night sweats, and chest pain at night indicate potential cardiac issues like heart failure or angina, necessitating immediate evaluation.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching a community group about successful strategies for weight loss. Which would the nurse include? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: D,E
Rationale: Recognizing satiety prevents overeating, and a food diary tracks intake for better choices. Eating quickly, frequent weighing, and alcohol increase overeating or weight gain risks.