ATI RN
ATI n120 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is reading the arterial blood gas results of a patient admitted for sepsis. Which of the following would the nurse expect for a patient in metabolic acidosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Metabolic acidosis is indicated by low pH (7.25) and low HCO3- (16), with normal CO2, unlike other options in metabolic or respiratory alkalosis or acidosis.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a patient with chronic venous insufficiency. Which of the following should be included in the teaching plan? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: C,D,E
Rationale: Avoiding prolonged sitting/standing, elevating legs, and using compression stockings manage CVI; walking is beneficial, and dangling legs worsens symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
A client is receiving a blood transfusion, The nurse observes that the client is experiencing flank and lower back pain. Which of the following orders does the nurse anticipate receiving?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Flank and lower back pain during a transfusion suggest a hemolytic reaction; high-volume IV fluids help prevent kidney damage by flushing hemoglobin.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is to receive liquid medications via a gastrostomy tube. The client is prescribed phenytoin 250 mg. The amount available is phenytoin oral solution 25 mg/5mL. How many mL should the nurse administer per dose? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Calculation: (250 mg ÷ 25 mg/5 mL) = 50 mL, the correct dose to administer.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assessing a patient in the immediate post-operative phase. Which of the following assessment findings would be most indicative of post-operative hemorrhage?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tachycardia and hypotension are classic signs of hemorrhage due to compensatory mechanisms, unlike respiratory changes, fever, or confusion.