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ATI PN ADULT MEDICAL SURGICAL PROCTORED EXAM
2020 VERSION WITH 250+ QUESTIONS WITH DETAILED
VERIFIED ANSWERS (100% CORRECT)/A+ GRADE
ASSURED NEW!!

Question: A nurse is caring for a client who has pneumonia.
Which of the following assessment findings should the nurse
expect?

o A. Fever
o B. Bradycardia
o C. Dry skin
o D. Hypotension

Rationale: Fever is a common symptom of pneumonia due to the
body's response to infection.

2. Question: A nurse is caring for a client who has a right hip
fracture. Which of the following findings should the nurse
report to the provider?
o A. Muscle spasms
o B. Shortening of the right leg
o C. Bruising around the hip
o D. External rotation of the right leg


Rationale: Shortening of the affected leg can indicate
displacement of the fracture, requiring immediate medical
intervention.

3. Question: A client with chronic kidney disease is receiving
hemodialysis. Which of the following assessments is the nurse's
priority?
o A. Monitoring weight gain
o B. Checking for the presence of a bruit or thrill
o C. Recording urine output
o D. Assessing dietary intake

, Rationale: The presence of a bruit or thrill confirms the patency of
the arteriovenous fistula used for hemodialysis.

4. Question: A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client
who has a new prescription for warfarin. Which of the
following statements indicates an understanding of the
teaching?
o A. "I will avoid eating large amounts of leafy green
vegetables."
o B. "I will take aspirin if I get a headache."
o C. "I can use an electric razor or a straight razor to shave."
o D. "I will stop taking the medication if my gums start to
bleed."

Rationale: Leafy green vegetables are high in vitamin K, which
can interfere with the effectiveness of warfarin.

5. Question: A nurse is assessing a client who is receiving
morphine for pain. Which of the following findings is the
nurse's priority to report to the provider?
o A. Respiratory rate of 10/min
o B. Drowsiness
o C. Nausea
o D. Constipation


Rationale: Respiratory depression is a serious side effect of
morphine that can be life-threatening.

6. Question: A client is diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis
(DVT). Which of the following actions should the nurse take
first?
o A. Elevate the client's leg.
o B. Apply warm compresses.
o C. Massage the affected leg.
o D. Encourage ambulation.

, Rationale: Elevating the leg helps reduce swelling and discomfort
associated with DVT.

7. Question: A nurse is caring for a client who has a new
diagnosis of type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following
findings indicates a need for further teaching?
o A. "I will take my insulin with meals."
o B. "I will rotate the injection sites."
o C. "I will not eat if my blood glucose is below 70 mg/dL."
o D. "I will monitor my blood glucose levels regularly."


Rationale: Clients with type 1 diabetes should be instructed to eat
if their blood glucose is low to prevent hypoglycemia.

8. Question: A nurse is caring for a client with a nasogastric (NG)
tube. Which of the following interventions should the nurse
include in the client's plan of care?
o A. Use sterile water to irrigate the NG tube.
o B. Keep the head of the bed flat.
o C. Check the placement of the NG tube before each
feeding.
o D. Flush the NG tube with 0.9% sodium chloride every 8
hours.

Rationale: Checking the placement of the NG tube before each
feeding ensures it is correctly positioned in the stomach.

9. Question: A nurse is teaching a client who has asthma about
the use of a peak flow meter. Which of the following
instructions should the nurse include?
o A. Use the peak flow meter once a week.
o B. Record the highest of three readings.
o C. Perform the test after using a bronchodilator.
o D. Inhale deeply before using the peak flow meter.

, Rationale: Using the peak flow meter after a bronchodilator helps
assess the medication's effectiveness.

10. Question: A nurse is caring for a client who has a new
prescription for furosemide. Which of the following
assessments should the nurse perform first?
o A. Measure daily weight.
o B. Monitor blood pressure.
o C. Check for peripheral edema.
o D. Assess skin turgor.


Rationale: Furosemide can cause a rapid drop in blood pressure,
making it essential to monitor BP first.

11. Question: A nurse is teaching a client who has
hypertension about lifestyle changes. Which of the following
instructions should the nurse include?
o A. Increase sodium intake.
o B. Avoid high-fiber foods.
o C. Exercise regularly.
o D. Limit potassium-rich foods.


Rationale: Regular exercise helps lower blood pressure and
improve cardiovascular health.

12. Question: A nurse is caring for a client who is
postoperative following an appendectomy. Which of the
following actions should the nurse take to prevent respiratory
complications?
o A. Encourage the use of a heating pad.
o B. Assist the client to use an incentive spirometer.
o C. Restrict oral fluids.
o D. Maintain the client on bed rest.


Rationale: Using an incentive spirometer promotes lung
expansion and helps prevent respiratory complications.

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