ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nursing 200 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse should monitor the client for clinical manifestations of digoxin toxicity if the laboratory report reflects a serum:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Low serum potassium (3.0 mEq/L) increases the risk of digoxin toxicity by enhancing digoxin binding to cardiac cells, leading to symptoms like nausea, confusion, and arrhythmias. Other options (glucose, calcium, sodium) are not directly linked to digoxin toxicity.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who is discharged with a prescription for amlodipine. The client should be instructed to self-monitor for:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Amlodipine commonly causes edema due to vasodilation, so monitoring for lower extremity swelling is essential.
Question 3 of 5
When caring for a client diagnosed with thrombocytopenia, the nurse should plan to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Avoiding invasive procedures minimizes bleeding risk in thrombocytopenia, where low platelet counts impair clotting.
Question 4 of 5
The client diagnosed with vitamin B12 deficiency presents to the outpatient department for the follow-up evaluation. Which nursing assessment finding indicates that the treatment has been effective? The client:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Resolution of paresthesia indicates effective B12 treatment, as it addresses neurological symptoms of deficiency.
Question 5 of 5
A client who has had long standing hypertension has been prescribed a clonidine patch. Which discharge instruction should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rotating application sites and inspecting skin prevents irritation or allergic reactions, ensuring safe use of the clonidine patch.