ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nursing 200 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is conducting dietary teaching for a client diagnosed with coronary artery disease. Which statement made by the client indicates an understanding of fat sources and the need to limit saturated fats?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Olive oil, a monounsaturated fat, lowers LDL cholesterol, indicating understanding of dietary fat choices for coronary artery disease.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse auscultates a systolic murmur in the second intercostal space to the right of the sternum while performing a cardiac assessment on a client. The nurse interprets this finding as:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A systolic murmur in this location suggests aortic valve issues, indicating valve distortion, not occlusion, aneurysm, or pericardial fluid changes.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse, who is caring for a client diagnosed with coronary artery disease, prioritizes the problem of impaired tissue perfusion in the plan of care. Which outcome would be most appropriate? The client will:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: No complaints of chest discomfort or shortness of breath indicate adequate cardiac output and oxygen delivery, directly addressing impaired tissue perfusion. Other options are less specific to this problem.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is about to administer the combination medication chlorthalidone and atenolol to a client diagnosed with chronic hypertension. Which interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Holding for low heart rate, teaching position changes, and monitoring fluid status address risks of bradycardia, orthostatic hypotension, and dehydration.
Question 5 of 5
A patient has recently started ferrous sulfate 500 mg by mouth two times per day for anemia. Which of the following data would indicate to the nurse that the therapy is successful?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hemoglobin level of 14 g/dL within the normal range indicates improved oxygen-carrying capacity, confirming successful treatment of anemia with ferrous sulfate.