ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nursing 300 Day Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with peripheral arterial disease. Which statement, by the client, indicates that they need additional teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Compression stockings are generally used for venous issues, not arterial diseases like PAD, where they may reduce blood flow, indicating a need for further teaching.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is performing an assessment on a patient. How would the nurse best evaluate improvement or deterioration in the neurologic status?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Serial Glasgow Coma Scales provide a standardized assessment of neurologic status over time.
Question 3 of 5
A middle-aged client tells the nurse that his father died of colon cancer. The client is concerned about developing this disease as well. Which of the following would the nurse include in the recommendations for this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Discussing family history and early screening with a provider is crucial for timely detection given the family history.
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
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.