ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Final Exam I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which assessment finding should the nurse expect to observe when evaluating the effectiveness of Buck's traction for a patient who has an intracapsular fracture of the right femur?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A decrease in hip pain indicates Buck's traction is effective in stabilizing the fracture and reducing discomfort.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has diabetes and plans to administer his regular insulin subcutaneously before he eats breakfast at 08:00 am. After checking the client's morning glucose level, which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Administering insulin at 07:30 allows it to take effect before breakfast, preventing hyperglycemia.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has diabetic ketoacidosis and hypoxia. Which of the following interventions is most critical to perform immediately?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ensuring a clear airway is the priority in hypoxia to facilitate oxygen delivery, critical in diabetic ketoacidosis.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with a myocardial infarction (MI) who is reporting severe chest pain. Which interventions should the nurse implement? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: D,E
Rationale: Aspirin inhibits platelet aggregation, reducing clot formation, and oxygen improves myocardial oxygenation. Supine positioning, intramuscular morphine, and subcutaneous nitroglycerin are not appropriate.
Question 5 of 5
A 45-year-old patient with a history of chronic alcohol use presents to the emergency department with epigastric pain, nausea, and vomiting. Which of the following findings would best support a diagnosis of acute gastritis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Erosion of the gastric mucosa on endoscopy is the hallmark of acute gastritis, often caused by alcohol irritation.