ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nursing 200 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse recognizes that the rationale for the medical prescription of aspirin 81 mg PO daily and clopidogrel 75 mg PO daily for the client with coronary artery disease is that these medications:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Aspirin and clopidogrel prevent clot formation by inhibiting platelet aggregation, reducing the risk of heart attack in coronary artery disease.
Question 2 of 5
The client, who is scheduled for a nuclear stress test, tells the nurse that the breakfast tray was not delivered and complains of hunger. The nurse's best response is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fasting is standard for a nuclear stress test to ensure accurate absorption of the radioactive tracer and clear imaging, making this the best response.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who just returned to the nursing unit following a cardiac angiogram and stent insertion. Which action should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing vital signs and the catheter insertion site is critical to detect complications like bleeding or vascular injury immediately after the procedure. Other actions are secondary.
Question 4 of 5
Which statement, made by the client with coronary artery disease, alerts the nurse that the client may be experiencing difficulty adapting to the illness?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Delaying medical attention for chest pain suggests denial or poor adaptation, increasing the risk of complications like myocardial infarction.
Question 5 of 5
A client reports weakness, dizziness, nausea and vomiting that has lasted for three days. The nurse's assessment reveals dry tongue and oral mucosa, and dark concentrated urine. Which additional assessment would best evaluate the client's fluid status?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Orthostatic blood pressure changes indicate fluid status, detecting hypovolemia in dehydration, unlike the other assessments.