ATI RN
ATI n120 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient who was admitted for seizures. All of the following precautions should be taken to promote a safe environment except which?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bright lights can trigger seizures; other measures like call lights, padded rails, and calm environments enhance safety.
Question 2 of 5
A client presents to the emergency department complaining of headaches and blurred vision. The client's vital signs are as follows, Pulse 102 beats/minute, BP 172/92. RR 20 breaths/minute, SpO2.97% on room air temperature of 98.64. Which of the following interventions would be most appropriate for this patient?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: High BP with headaches and blurred vision suggests hypertensive emergency; IV hydralazine addresses this, unlike irrelevant oxygen, acetaminophen, or fluids.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer a shot of vitamin B12 to a client with low hemoglobin. The nurse knows that this medication is most indicative of which type of anemia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Vitamin B12 injections treat pernicious anemia due to B12 deficiency from lack of intrinsic factor, unlike other anemias treated differently.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing a client for an echocardiogram. The client asks what the test can show Which of the following is a correct statement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Echocardiograms assess heart pumping and structure, not catheters, blood proteins, or electrical activity.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to give routine medications to a client with a history of hypertension. The nurse recognizes the need to assess the clients blood pressure before and after administering which of the following medications?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Metoprolol, a beta-blocker, lowers blood pressure, requiring monitoring, unlike simvastatin, aspirin, or metformin.