ATI RN
ATI n200 Med Surg Exam 6 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching a community group about successful strategies for weight loss. Which would the nurse include? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: D,E
Rationale: Recognizing satiety prevents overeating, and a food diary tracks intake for better choices. Eating quickly, frequent weighing, and alcohol increase overeating or weight gain risks.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse begins a 1000 mL bag of DS 0.45 Saline plus 20 meq of KCl at 125 mL per hour at 1400. The IV is stopped due to signs of infiltration at 1930. How many milliliters will have infused during that time period? Round to the nearest whole number. Do not use trailing zeros.
Correct Answer: 688
Rationale: From 1400 to 1930 is 5.5 hours (330 minutes). At 125 mL/hour, the total volume infused is 125 × 5.5 = 687.5 mL, rounded to 688 mL.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is administering medications to a client receiving tube feedings through a gastrostomy tube. The correct procedure for administration is to: (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Flushing with water, crushing tablets, and using liquid medications ensure safe delivery and prevent clogs. Mixing with formula or combining drugs risks interactions.
Question 4 of 5
After having bariatric surgery, a client being discharged tells the nurse, 'I prefer to be independent. I'm not interested in joining a support group.' Which response by the nurse is best?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Highlighting the practical benefits of support groups encourages adherence to lifestyle changes without pressuring the client, respecting their autonomy.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assessing the status of a post-operative client in the PACU. The nurse should be most concerned with which assessment finding?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Increased restlessness can indicate pain, anxiety, or a worsening condition, such as hypoxia or bleeding, making it the most concerning finding requiring immediate attention. Hypoactive bowel sounds are common post-operatively, pain rated 7/10 is expected and manageable, and BP 110/70 with HR 86 are within normal limits.