ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nursing 300 day Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assessing the client with a recent pacemaker placement. The client's monitor is displaying what type of rhythm?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A dual-chamber (DD
D) pacemaker paces both the atrium and ventricle, as indicated by the rhythm strip showing pacing spikes for both chambers.
Question 2 of 5
To prevent the reoccurrence of prostatitis, the nurse should provide the client with which discharge instruction?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Frequent voiding reduces urinary stasis, decreasing the risk of bacterial growth and prostatitis recurrence.
Question 3 of 5
A client diagnosed with prostate cancer asks the nurse the importance of the prostate specific antigen (PSA). The nurse explains to the client that the PSA:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: PSA is primarily used as a screening tool for prostate cancer, helping to detect potential issues early, though it is not definitive for diagnosis as it can be elevated in benign conditions like prostatitis or BPH.
Question 4 of 5
A patient is to receive a continuous infusion of Diltiazem at 5 mg/hr for Atrial fibrillation. The medication is supplied 125 mg of Diltiazem in 125 mL of Iv fluid. At what rate should the nurse set the IV pump? (round to the nearest whole number)
Correct Answer: 5
Rationale: The infusion rate is 5 mg/hr ÷ 1 mg/mL = 5 mL/hr, as the concentration is 125 mg/125 mL (1 mg/mL).
Question 5 of 5
The nurse prepares to assess the patient's cranial nerves. Which tool is necessary to assess cranial nerve (CN) III (oculomotor)?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A penlight is used to assess CN III (oculomotor) by evaluating the pupil's response to light and the ability to move the eye, as this nerve controls pupil constriction and most eye movements.