ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nursing 300 Day Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse notes serosanguinous drainage from the nasogastric tube in the immediate postoperative period of a client who had a gastrectomy for gastric cancer. Which nursing action is appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Serosanguinous drainage is common post-gastrectomy, and monitoring is appropriate to identify any concerning changes.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who had a bowel resection 2 hours ago for adenocarcinoma removal. It would be necessary for the nurse to immediately notify the surgeon if the client's assessment revealed:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Increasing abdominal distention may indicate serious complications like an anastomotic leak or bowel obstruction, requiring immediate surgical evaluation.
Question 3 of 5
Which behavior observed by the nurse causes a suspicion that a depressed client may be suicidal?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Giving away possessions is a classic sign of suicidal ideation, indicating preparation for death.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse would assess the client diagnosed with disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) for which manifestation of the disorder?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Petechiae result from microvascular bleeding in DIC due to clotting factor consumption.
Question 5 of 5
When using an ECG rhythm strip to quickly estimate the ventricular rate for a client, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Counting QRS complexes in a 6-second strip and multiplying by 10 is the fastest method to estimate heart rate.