ATI NCLEX Medical Surgical Assessment 1 Exam Latest
Updated 2024
A nurse is reviewing lab findings for a dehydrated client. What BUN level
should the nurse expect - ANSWER-26 mg/dL, elevated levels indicate
various conditions including dehydration
A nurse is reviewing ECG strips for clients. Which image indicates atrial
fibrillation - ANSWER-Multiple irregular waves at baseline and irregular R
to R intervals
A nurse is preparing to admit a client with a new tracheostomy. What item
is the priority to have available in the client's room upon admission -
ANSWER-Obturator for emergency airway maintenance in case of
dislodgment or decannulation
A nurse is caring for a client who had a below the knee amputation due to
a traumatic injury 2 days ago. Which of the following statements should
the nurse use to assess how the client is coping with this change in their
body image - ANSWER-Tell me how the changes to your leg make you feel
, A nurse is teaching a client how to administer a medication using an
inhaler with a spacer. Which of the following instructions should the nurse
include - ANSWER-Wait at least 30 to 60 seconds between puffs of the
medication. Wait 2-5 min between using different medications from
separate inhalers
A nurse is planning care for a client receiving mechanical ventilation.
Which action should the nurse include in the plan - ANSWER-Provide
means of communication using electronic tablet, speech generating
device, alphabet board, pencil and paper, etc
A nurse is caring for a client receiving IV fluid replacement therapy for
dehydration. Which laboratory result indicates effectiveness of treatment
- ANSWER-Urine specific gravity 1.020, within expected range of 1.005-
1.030
A nurse is monitoring lab findings for a client postoperative following total
hip arthroplasty. Which value indicates increased risk for bleeding -
ANSWER-Platelets 80,000, range is 150,000-400,000
Updated 2024
A nurse is reviewing lab findings for a dehydrated client. What BUN level
should the nurse expect - ANSWER-26 mg/dL, elevated levels indicate
various conditions including dehydration
A nurse is reviewing ECG strips for clients. Which image indicates atrial
fibrillation - ANSWER-Multiple irregular waves at baseline and irregular R
to R intervals
A nurse is preparing to admit a client with a new tracheostomy. What item
is the priority to have available in the client's room upon admission -
ANSWER-Obturator for emergency airway maintenance in case of
dislodgment or decannulation
A nurse is caring for a client who had a below the knee amputation due to
a traumatic injury 2 days ago. Which of the following statements should
the nurse use to assess how the client is coping with this change in their
body image - ANSWER-Tell me how the changes to your leg make you feel
, A nurse is teaching a client how to administer a medication using an
inhaler with a spacer. Which of the following instructions should the nurse
include - ANSWER-Wait at least 30 to 60 seconds between puffs of the
medication. Wait 2-5 min between using different medications from
separate inhalers
A nurse is planning care for a client receiving mechanical ventilation.
Which action should the nurse include in the plan - ANSWER-Provide
means of communication using electronic tablet, speech generating
device, alphabet board, pencil and paper, etc
A nurse is caring for a client receiving IV fluid replacement therapy for
dehydration. Which laboratory result indicates effectiveness of treatment
- ANSWER-Urine specific gravity 1.020, within expected range of 1.005-
1.030
A nurse is monitoring lab findings for a client postoperative following total
hip arthroplasty. Which value indicates increased risk for bleeding -
ANSWER-Platelets 80,000, range is 150,000-400,000
