ATI Adult Medical Surgical Nursing (CMS)
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Explanation (2026/2027 Update) Complete
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What position should a patient be in after stroke? - correct answer sitting up to
decrease ICP
Why put a pillow under stroke patient's arm? - correct answer subluxation prevention
How to prevent pressure injuries? - correct answer - mattresses
- pillows/wedges
- heal lifts/protectors
- repositioning and keeping dry
- turn frequently, at least every 2 hours
, Dehydration manifestations - correct answer high heart rate, low BP, oliguria, poor
skin turgor, altered mental status, possible fever
What labs should be done for dehydration? - correct answer electrolyte,
BUN/creatinine, hematocrit, hemoglobin, urine specific gravity
Diet for patient with nephrotic syndrome - correct answer moderate amounts of
protein, low sodium
Medications that interact with anticoagulants - correct answer vitamin k, ginger, garlic,
ginkgo, glucosamine
Administering fresh frozen plasma - correct answer infuse rapidly over 15-30 minutes
Exam Questions and Answers With Expert
Explanation (2026/2027 Update) Complete
A+
What position should a patient be in after stroke? - correct answer sitting up to
decrease ICP
Why put a pillow under stroke patient's arm? - correct answer subluxation prevention
How to prevent pressure injuries? - correct answer - mattresses
- pillows/wedges
- heal lifts/protectors
- repositioning and keeping dry
- turn frequently, at least every 2 hours
, Dehydration manifestations - correct answer high heart rate, low BP, oliguria, poor
skin turgor, altered mental status, possible fever
What labs should be done for dehydration? - correct answer electrolyte,
BUN/creatinine, hematocrit, hemoglobin, urine specific gravity
Diet for patient with nephrotic syndrome - correct answer moderate amounts of
protein, low sodium
Medications that interact with anticoagulants - correct answer vitamin k, ginger, garlic,
ginkgo, glucosamine
Administering fresh frozen plasma - correct answer infuse rapidly over 15-30 minutes
