ATI RN
ATI N 1201222 Med Surg Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is educating nursing students on how to properly administer potassium chloride (KCL) via infusion. Which of the following statements below are true regarding KCL administration?
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Insulin/dextrose treats hyperkalemia, IV KCL is never pushed to avoid arrhythmias, and infusion may cause irritation. Push boluses are dangerous, and position is irrelevant.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is measuring a client's oral temperature. The client informs the nurse that he has just eaten some ice chips. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Waiting 30 minutes allows the oral cavity to return to normal temperature, ensuring an accurate reading. Immediate measurement, documentation without action, or warm water skews results.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with a pre-existing cardiovascular disease and atrial fibrillation. What type of stroke is this client at increased risk to have?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Atrial fibrillation increases embolic stroke risk due to heart clots traveling to the brain. Hemorrhagic, thrombotic, and subarachnoid strokes are less directly linked.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client prior to the administration of morphine. The nurse should recognize which assessment is the priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Respiratory rate is critical before morphine due to risk of respiratory depression. Urine output, bowel sounds, and pupil reaction are secondary.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client about nutritional requirements necessary to promote wound healing. Which of the following nutrients should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Protein is essential for tissue repair and collagen production in wound healing. Vitamin D aids bone health, Vitamin B supports metabolism, and calcium is for bones, less critical for wounds.