ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nursing 300 day Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing to start a transfusion of packed red blood cells for a client with a hemoglobin of 5.4 g/dL. (normal Female: 11.7-15.5 g/dL; Male: 14-17.3 g/dL). Which IV site should the nurse use?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A 20-gauge catheter infusing normal saline is appropriate for blood transfusion, avoiding interference from other medications.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 35-year-old male who is diagnosed with epididymitis. Which statement would indicate the client understands teaching about this condition?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: If epididymitis is STI-related, treating sexual partners prevents reinfection, showing understanding of the condition.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is viewing orders for a client with a suspected diagnosis of disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC). The nurse recognizes that which laboratory test order set will guide the provider to a diagnosis of DIC?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: D-dimer, fibrinogen, and fibrin degradation products are key markers for DIC, indicating clot formation and breakdown.
Question 4 of 5
A client returns to the surgical unit following a right modified radical mastectomy with dissection of axillary lymph nodes. An appropriate nursing intervention in the postoperative care for the client includes:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A limb alert bracelet prevents procedures on the affected arm, reducing lymphedema risk post-lymph node dissection.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with acute myelogenous leukemia (AML) who is receiving outpatient chemotherapy. What should the nurse include in the teaching plan for this client?
Correct Answer: C,D
Rationale: C: Fever above 100.2°F indicates possible infection in immunocompromised patients. D: Raw vegetables pose infection risk. A and B are less critical or risky.