COMPREHENSIVE QUESTIONS 1–50 (ATI RN MED-SURG ACTUAL EXAM Q&A WITH RATIONALES 100% CORRECT | THE ULTIMATE GUIDE FOR YR. (2026/2027)

COMPREHENSIVE QUESTIONS 1–50 (ATI RN MED-SURG ACTUAL EXAM Q&A WITH RATIONALES 100% CORRECT | THE ULTIMATE GUIDE FOR YR. (2026/2027) Comprehensive Question1 Action for SVT (HR 200/min, BP 78/40)? Synchronized cardioversion Rationale: Treats unstable tachyarrhythmia with electrical impulse. Comprehensive Question2 Q: Modified mastectomy—arm exercise timeline? A: Begin within 24–48 hours post-op Rationale: Prevents frozen shoulder and promotes lymph drainage. Comprehensive Question3 Q: Cushing’s triad symptom? A: Bradycardia Rationale: Response to increased ICP alongside hypertension, irregular breathing. Comprehensive Question4 Q: TURP postop with catheter clots & low output— action? A: Irrigate the catheter Rationale: Clears obstruction to maintain continuous bladder drainage. Comprehensive Question5 Q: Food allergy suggesting latex allergy? A: Avocados Rationale: Cross-reactivity exists between latex and certain foods like kiwi, banana, avocado. Comprehensive Question6 Q: IBS diet instruction? A: Increase fiber intake to ≥30 g/day Rationale: Fiber improves bowel motility and symptom control. Comprehensive Question7 UTI prevention teaching? Take daily cranberry supplements Rationale: Helps inhibit bacterial adhesion to bladder walls. Comprehensive Question8 Q: Correct med math for phenytoin 600 mg PO using 125 mg/5 mL? A: 24 mL Rationale: (600 ÷ 125) × 5 = 24 Comprehensive Question9 Q: TENS effect on bone cancer pain? A: Tingling sensation replaces pain Rationale: Stimulates nerve endings to block pain perception.