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Actual ATI RN Adult Medical-Surgical (Med-
Surg) Proctored Exam with NGN | 100
Screenshot Questions & 100% Correct
Verified Answers with RationalesGRADED A+
GUARANTEED PASS

A nurse is caring for a client who has atopic dermatitis and a prescription for triamcinolone
ointment. The nurse should assess the client to monitor for which of the following adverse
effects?

A. Increased pigmentation
B. Localized hair loss
C. Thinning of the skin
D. Increased sensitivity to the sun

C. Thinning of the skin

Thinning of the skin and delayed healing are adverse effects of topical glucocorticoid
preparations. The client should only apply the ointment to dry patches of the skin because
topical steroids can cause atrophy of the dermis and epidermis, which can result in thinning
of the skin.

A nurse is assessing a client who has left-sided heart failure. Which of the following findings
should the nurse identify as a manifestation of left-sided heart failure?

A. Dependent edema
B. Jugular distention

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C. Weight gain
D. Frothy sputum

D. Frothy sputum

The nurse should identify that frothy sputum, dyspnea, and wheezing are manifestations of
left-sided heart failure. Treatment includes fluid restriction and diuretics to decrease
preload and reduce pulmonary congestion. Pink-tinged frothy sputum can be an early indication
of pulmonary edema and can be life-threatening. Therefore, the nurse should
notify the provider immediately.

A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing anxiety as well as numbness and tingling of the
lips and fingers. The client's ABGs are: pH 7.48, PCO2 30 mm Hg, HCO3- 24 mEq/L, PaO2 85 mm
Hg. Which of the following acid-base imbalances should the nurse identify that the client is
experiencing?

A. Respiratory alkalosis
B. Metabolic alkalosis
C. Respiratory acidosis
D. Metabolic acidosis

A. Respiratory alkalosis

This pH is alkaline (increased) and the PCO2 is decreased, representing alveolar
hyperventilation and resultant respiratory alkalosis.

A nurse is assessing a client who has Cushing's syndrome. Which of the following findings should
the nurse expect?

A. Vitiligo
B. Osteoporosis
C. Myxedema
D. Heat intolerance

B. Osteoporosis

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Osteoporosis is a common finding with Cushing's syndrome. Bones become thinner as a
result of mineral loss and nitrogen depletion, and the risk for fractures increases.

A nurse is assessing a group of clients for indications of role changes. The nurse should identify
that which of the following clients is at risk for experiencing a role change?

a. A client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus and is starting to self-monitor blood glucose.

b. A client who had a cholecystectomy and is starting on a modified-fat diet.

c. A client who has Crohn's disease and is experiencing diarrhea three times a day.

d. A client who has multiple sclerosis and is experiencing progressive difficulty ambulating.

d. A client who has multiple sclerosis and is experiencing progressive difficulty ambulating.

The nurse should identify that progression of a neurologic disease such as multiple sclerosis can
lead to a role change as the client becomes less independent.

A nurse is providing follow-up care for a client who sustained a compound fracture 3 weeks ago.
The nurse should recognize that an unexpected finding for which of the following laboratory
values is a manifestation of osteomyelitis and should be reported to the provider?

a. Sedimentation rate

b. Hematocrit

c. Calcium

d. Acid phosphatase

a. Sedimentation rate

An increased sedimentation rate occurs when a client has any type of inflammatory process, such
as osteomyelitis.

A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative.

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Complete the diagram by dragging from the choices below to specify what condition the client is
most likely experiencing, two actions the nurse should take to address that condition, and two
parameters the nurse should monitor to assess the client's progress.

The nurse should insert a large-gauge IV and initiate a fluid challenge because the client is most
likely experiencing hypovolemia as evidenced by the client's restlessness, tachycardia,
hypotension, decreased pulses, cool extremities, and decreased urine output. The nurse should
monitor the client's urine output and blood pressure to evaluate the effectiveness of treatment.

A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has stage II cervical cancer and is scheduled for
brachytherapy. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?

a. "You will have an implant placed twice each month for the duration of the treatment."

b. "You should remain at least 6 feet away from others between treatments."

c. "You should expect to have blood in your urine for a few days after treatment."

d. "You will need to stay still in the bed during each treatment session."

d. "You will need to stay still in the bed during each treatment session."

The nurse should instruct the client that they will need to remain on bed rest with very limited
movement because excessive movement can cause the radioactive source to become dislodged

A nurse is assessing a client who has had a suspected stroke. The nurse should place the priority
on which of the following findings?

a. Dysphagia

b. Aphasia

c. Ataxia

d. Hemianopsia

a. Dysphagia

Dysphagia indicates that this client is at greatest risk for aspiration due to impaired sensation and
function within the oral cavity. Therefore, the nurse should place priority on this finding.

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