ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam N300 Exam Day Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is performing the morning assessment on a patient. The patient suddenly screams loudly and begins to have a generalized tonic/clonic type seizure. What is the priority nursing intervention?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Turning the patient on their side helps to maintain an open airway and prevent aspiration; staying with the patient ensures ongoing monitoring.
Question 2 of 5
The patient diagnosed with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) states that they have developed purple, brown spots on their body. Which opportunistic infection does the nurse suspect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Kaposi's Sarcoma is a cancer commonly associated with AIDS, characterized by purple or brown lesions on the skin and mucous membranes.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient who had a serious head injury. The patient has recovered enough to be to be transferred to a rehabilitation facility. Which of the following rehabilitation goals would be most appropriate for the patient? The patient will:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Actively participating in rehabilitation is a realistic goal that focuses on the patient's engagement in the recovery process, which can improve functional outcomes.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is performing the morning assessment on a patient. The patient suddenly screams loudly and begins to have a generalized tonic/clonic type seizure. What is the priority nursing intervention?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Turning the patient on their side helps to maintain an open airway and prevent aspiration; staying with the patient ensures ongoing monitoring.
Question 5 of 5
A physician prescribes Vancomycin 20 mg/kg intravenous (IV). The patient weighs 110 lbs. The medication is available in vials which contain 500 mg per 8 mL. What should the nurse withdraw from the vial? (round to the nearest whole number)
Correct Answer: 16 mL
Rationale:
To calculate the dosage of Vancomycin, convert the patient's weight to kilograms (110 lbs / 2.2 = 50 kg). Multiply by the prescribed dosage (50 kg * 20 mg/kg = 1000 mg). The vials contain 500 mg per 8 mL, so 1000 mg requires 16 mL (1000 mg / (500 mg/8 mL)).