ATI RN
ATI Nur 175 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following nursing interventions takes priority with a newly admitted client having suicidal ideations
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Close, random monitoring prevents self-harm in suicidal clients.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse provides care to a patient who is mechanically ventilated. Which nursing action is most effective in decreasing the risk for aspiration?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Elevating the head of the bed reduces the risk of aspiration by promoting proper alignment and reducing reflux.
Question 3 of 5
When assessing a patient taking stimulant medications, the nurse should monitor for which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Stimulants increase heart rate, making tachycardia a critical side effect to monitor.
Question 4 of 5
Which symptoms would the nurse expect to assess in a client experiencing serotonin syndrome?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Serotonin syndrome involves mental status changes, autonomic instability, and neuromuscular abnormalities.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse in the clinic is assessing a postpartum client. The client states that they sleep all the time and are hearing voices telling them to harm their child. The nurse should identify that the client is likely experiencing which of the following?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Severe postpartum depression can manifest as postpartum psychosis, including hallucinations, requiring urgent intervention.