ATI PN ADULT MEDICAL SURGICAL
NURSING EDITION 12.0 TEST BANK
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES
2026/2027 Q&A | INSTANT DOWNLOAD
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Core Domains
Foundations of Nursing Care for Adult Clients
Neurological Disorders
Respiratory Disorders
Cardiovascular Disorders
Hematologic Disorders
Fluid/Electrolyte/Acid-Base Imbalances
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Renal Disorders
Reproductive Disorders
Musculoskeletal Disorders
Integumentary Disorders
Endocrine Disorders
,Immune System and Connective Tissue Disorders
Perioperative Nursing Care
Introduction
The ATI PN Adult Medical-Surgical Nursing Content Mastery Series
Review Module Edition 12.0 evaluates practical nursing students'
knowledge and clinical judgment essential for safe, effective care of
adult clients with medical-surgical conditions. This comprehensive
assessment covers fourteen units spanning foundations of nursing
care, body systems, and perioperative care. The examination
employs multiple-choice, select-all-that-apply, and NGN-style
clinical judgment questions emphasizing real-world application,
prioritization, and evidence-based decision-making. Candidates
must demonstrate competency in nursing process, assessment,
interventions, and evaluation consistent with entry-level practical
nursing practice .
SECTION ONE: QUESTIONS 1–100
Question 1
A nurse is caring for a client who is 2 days postoperative following
a total hip arthroplasty. Which of the following findings should
the nurse report to the provider immediately?
A. Pain rating of 5 on a 0-to-10 scale
B. Serosanguinous drainage on the surgical dressing
,C. Calf swelling and redness on the operative leg
D. Temperature of 37.5°C (99.5°F)
🟢 C. Calf swelling and redness on the operative leg
🔴 RATIONALE: Calf swelling, redness, and warmth are classic
signs of deep vein thrombosis, a serious complication following
hip surgery. This requires immediate intervention to prevent
pulmonary embolism .
Question 2
A client with heart failure is prescribed furosemide. Which
laboratory value should the nurse monitor most closely?
A. Serum sodium
B. Serum potassium
C. Serum calcium
D. Serum magnesium
🟢 B. Serum potassium
🔴 RATIONALE: Furosemide is a loop diuretic that causes
potassium wasting, leading to hypokalemia. Hypokalemia
increases the risk of cardiac dysrhythmias and digoxin toxicity .
Question 3
, A client with type 2 diabetes mellitus is being discharged. Which
statement indicates understanding of disease management?
A. "I will check my feet weekly for any sores or cuts."
B. "I will need to have my eyes examined by an ophthalmologist
every year."
C. "I can stop my medication once my blood glucose levels are
normal."
D. "I should avoid all carbohydrates in my diet."
🟢 B. "I will need to have my eyes examined by an
ophthalmologist every year."
🔴 RATIONALE: Diabetic clients are at high risk for diabetic
retinopathy. Annual eye examinations are essential. Foot
inspections should be performed daily, not weekly .
Question 4
A client is prescribed warfarin for atrial fibrillation. Which
laboratory test should the nurse monitor to evaluate therapeutic
effect?
A. aPTT
B. INR
C. Platelet count
D. Bleeding time
🟢 B. INR
NURSING EDITION 12.0 TEST BANK
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES
2026/2027 Q&A | INSTANT DOWNLOAD
Core Domains
Foundations of Nursing Care for Adult Clients
Neurological Disorders
Respiratory Disorders
Cardiovascular Disorders
Hematologic Disorders
Fluid/Electrolyte/Acid-Base Imbalances
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Renal Disorders
Reproductive Disorders
Musculoskeletal Disorders
Integumentary Disorders
Endocrine Disorders
,Immune System and Connective Tissue Disorders
Perioperative Nursing Care
Introduction
The ATI PN Adult Medical-Surgical Nursing Content Mastery Series
Review Module Edition 12.0 evaluates practical nursing students'
knowledge and clinical judgment essential for safe, effective care of
adult clients with medical-surgical conditions. This comprehensive
assessment covers fourteen units spanning foundations of nursing
care, body systems, and perioperative care. The examination
employs multiple-choice, select-all-that-apply, and NGN-style
clinical judgment questions emphasizing real-world application,
prioritization, and evidence-based decision-making. Candidates
must demonstrate competency in nursing process, assessment,
interventions, and evaluation consistent with entry-level practical
nursing practice .
SECTION ONE: QUESTIONS 1–100
Question 1
A nurse is caring for a client who is 2 days postoperative following
a total hip arthroplasty. Which of the following findings should
the nurse report to the provider immediately?
A. Pain rating of 5 on a 0-to-10 scale
B. Serosanguinous drainage on the surgical dressing
,C. Calf swelling and redness on the operative leg
D. Temperature of 37.5°C (99.5°F)
🟢 C. Calf swelling and redness on the operative leg
🔴 RATIONALE: Calf swelling, redness, and warmth are classic
signs of deep vein thrombosis, a serious complication following
hip surgery. This requires immediate intervention to prevent
pulmonary embolism .
Question 2
A client with heart failure is prescribed furosemide. Which
laboratory value should the nurse monitor most closely?
A. Serum sodium
B. Serum potassium
C. Serum calcium
D. Serum magnesium
🟢 B. Serum potassium
🔴 RATIONALE: Furosemide is a loop diuretic that causes
potassium wasting, leading to hypokalemia. Hypokalemia
increases the risk of cardiac dysrhythmias and digoxin toxicity .
Question 3
, A client with type 2 diabetes mellitus is being discharged. Which
statement indicates understanding of disease management?
A. "I will check my feet weekly for any sores or cuts."
B. "I will need to have my eyes examined by an ophthalmologist
every year."
C. "I can stop my medication once my blood glucose levels are
normal."
D. "I should avoid all carbohydrates in my diet."
🟢 B. "I will need to have my eyes examined by an
ophthalmologist every year."
🔴 RATIONALE: Diabetic clients are at high risk for diabetic
retinopathy. Annual eye examinations are essential. Foot
inspections should be performed daily, not weekly .
Question 4
A client is prescribed warfarin for atrial fibrillation. Which
laboratory test should the nurse monitor to evaluate therapeutic
effect?
A. aPTT
B. INR
C. Platelet count
D. Bleeding time
🟢 B. INR
