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ATI MED SURG CMS EXIT EXAMS WITH NGN
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS (100% CORRECT
ANSWERS) /A+ GRADE ASSURED
1. A nurse is reinforcing teaching about lowering fat & cholesterol in diet with a
patient who has atherosclerosis. Which of the following responses by the patient
indicates an understanding of the teaching?
a.) I will list baked good to those containing trans-fat.
b.) I will limit meat portion to 3 ounces per meal.
c.) I will use palm oil in my cooking.
d.) I will increase my consumption of 2 percent milk.
Answer: b. I will limit meat portion to 3 ounces per meal.
2. A nurse is collecting data from a patient who has hyperthyroidism & is taking
propylthiouracil. Which of the following statements by the patient indicates the
medication is effective?
a.) "I have less oily skin".
b.) "I no longer take a stool softener".
c.) "No longer feel nervous".
d.) "I continue to lose weight".
Answer: b. "No longer feel nervous".
3. A nurse is inserting an indwelling catheter for a patient. The patient reports
pain when the nurse attempts to inflate the balloon. Which of the following
actions should the nurse take?
a.) Continue to slowly inflate the balloon.
b.) Aspirate the fluid before advancing the catheter.
c.) Gently pull on the catheter to check for resistance.
d.) Instruct the patient to bear down as if to void.
Answer: b. Aspirate the fluid before advancing the catheter.
4. A nurse is caring for a patient who has Parkinson's disease. The patient
displays difficulty using utensils while eating mealtime. For which of the
following inter disciplinary team members should the nurse recommend a
referral?
a.) Occupational therapist.
b.) Physical therapist.
,c.) Recreational therapist.
d.) Speech therapist.
Answer: a. Occupational therapist.
5. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a patient who is scheduled for
colonoscopy. Which of the following patient statements indicates an
understanding of the procedure?
a.) I will need arrangements for a ride home.
b.) I should call the doctor if I feel bloated after the procedure.
c.) I plan to eat light breakfast the morning of the procedure.
d.) I can expect to have a sore throat from the breathing tube.
Answer: a. I will need arrangements for a ride home.
6. A nurse is preparing to enter the room of a patient who has tuberculosis.
Which of the following personal protective equipment should the nurse wear?
a.) No breather mask.
b.) Surgical mask.
c.) Respirator mask.
d.) Venturi mask.
Answer: c.) Respirator mask.
7. A nurse is caring for an older adult patient who has constipation. Which of the
following actions should the nurse take?
a.) Instruct the patient to limit activity.
b.) Encourage a low residue diet.
c.) Provide a glass of warm water before breakfast.
d.) Offer foods high in potassium.
Answer: b. Encourage a low residue diet.
8. A nurse is collecting data from a patient who has been admitted with suspected
appendicitis. Which of the following findings is the nurse's priority to report to
the provider?
a.) WBC count 15,000/mm3
b.) Loss of appetite.
c.) Rigid board like abdomen.
d.) Temperature of 37.8 c.
Answer: c.) Rigid board like abdomen.
, 9. A nurse is collecting data from a female patient during an initial health
assessment. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a risk
fact for osteoporosis?
a.) Uses a beclomethason inhaler.
b.) Applies an estrogen vaginal cream daily.
c.) Walks 30 mins per day.
d.) Includes canned sardines in her diet.
Answer: b. applies an estrogen vaginal cream daily.
10. A nurse is collecting data from a patient who began taking catopril 2 days
ago. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider
immediately?
a.) Dizziness.
b.) Joint aches.
c.) Metallic taste.
d.) Lip swelling.
Answer: d. lip swelling.
11. A nurse is caring for an older adult patient who has heart failure. Which of the
following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
a.) Chest X-ray showing cardiomegaly.
b.) Potassium level 4.5 mEq/L.
c.) Urinary output of 1,000 mL in 12 hr.
d.) PaCO2 55 mmHg.
Answer: d. PaCo2 55 mmHg.
12. An assistive personnel checks the blood glucose level of a patient who has
diabetes mellitus & reports a blood glucose level of 42 mm/dL to a nurse. Which
of the following actions should the nurse take first?
a.) Validate when the patient received the last dose a hypoglycemic medication.
b.) Check the patient's blood pressure.
c.) Review the patient's previous meal intake.
d.) Determine if the patient is able to swallow.
Answer: d. Determine if the patient is able to swallow.
13. A nurse is caring for a patient who is at risk for anaphylaxis due to bee stings.
When reinforcing teaching about the use of automatic epinephrine injection,
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