5/19/26, 11:16 ATI RN ADULT MEDICAL SURGICAL PROCTORED EXAM 2025/2026 BANK COMPLETE 200 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
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ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical Proctored Exam 2025/2026 | 270
Questions & Verified Answers | Test Bank | Frequently Tested
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Endoscopy (EGD) positioning left side lying
Before an Endoscopy (EGD): -NPO 6-8 hr
-remove dentures
Gastroenteritis care plan: -restrict dairy, caffeine, milk
-eat foods high in potassium
-increase fluid intake
-contact precautions
In what order do you open the sterile package? flap furthest from body, side flaps, then closest
A nurse has removed a sterile pack from its outside D
cover and place it on a clean work surface in
preparation for an invasive procedure. Which of the
following flaps should the nurse unfold first:
A. closest to body
B. right side
C. left side
D. farthest from body
A nurse is wearing sterile gloves in prep for C, D, E
performing a sterile procedure. Which of the
following objects can the nurse touch without
breaking sterile technique (Select all that apply)
A. bottle containing sterile solution
B. edge of sterile drape at the base of the field
C. inner wrapping of an item on the sterile field
D. irrigation syringe on the sterile field
E. one gloved hand with the other gloved hand
A nurse has prepared a sterile field for assisting a B, C, D
provider with a chest tube insertion. Which of the
following events should the nurse recognize as
contaminating the field (Select all that apply)
A. provider drops a sterile instrument onto the
near side of the sterile field
B. nurse moistens a cotton ball with sterile
normal saline and places it on sterile field
C. procedure is delayed 1hr because the provider
receives an emergency call
D. nurse turns to speak to someone who enters
through the door behind the nurse
E. clients hand brushes against the outer
edge of the sterile field
TB is suspected, what precautionary actions to do? -negative airflow room, airborne precautions
-nurses wear N95 mask, client wears if going out of the room
-admin heat & humidified O2 therapy as prescribed
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,5/19/26, 11:16 ATI RN ADULT MEDICAL SURGICAL PROCTORED EXAM 2025/2026 BANK COMPLETE 200 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
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TB interventions: -family members should be screened
-4 meds taken for 6-12 months
-not contagious when they have 3 negative sputum cultures
What to watch for when on Isoniazid: numb/tingling in the hands & feet
What to watch for when on Rifampin: -orange secretions normal
-watch for jaundice
-interferes with birth control
What to watch for when on Ethambutol: vision changes
Client teaching for genital herpes: -can be transmitted with or w/out blisters
-sexual partners should be informed & screened
-no cure, just meds to help w/symptoms
-abstain from intercourse until lesions are completely healed
-gently clean areas w/mild soap & water
Caring for a client following a stroke of the right -thicken liquids/foods
side with left-sided hemipalegia: -high fowlers
-speech therapist for helping w/eating & speech
-monitor gag reflex/swallowing abilities
-have suction equipment available
-occupational therapy
-support left arm with pillows, slings, etc
High sodium foods clients with HF & Pulmonary -cheese
edema should avoid: -soups
-bread
-cold cuts/cured meats
-pizza
-eggs & omelets
-hot dogs
-baked ham
Which non-opioid drug decreases the effect of ibuprofen
aspirin?
Ketorolac should not be used concurrently with... other NSAIDS
Glucocorticoids increase the risk of gastric bleeding non-opioid analgesics
when taken with...
To access an implanted port, you must use a... noncoring (Huber) needle
When done accessing an implanted port... flush with 10 mL 0.9% sodium chloride
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, 5/19/26, 11:16 ATI RN ADULT MEDICAL SURGICAL PROCTORED EXAM 2025/2026 BANK COMPLETE 200 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
AM AC…
Therapeutic effects of furosemide (Lasix) -decreases preload of the heart
-decreases potassium levels
-increases urine output
-decrease BP
-decrease edema
Valsartan for HF expected outcomes/findings: -vasodilation
-excretion of sodium & water
-reduces BP
-reduces risk of mortality in post-MI pts left w/vent dysfunction
Expected findings of meds that increase urinary -decreased potassium
output (diuretics): -weight loss
-decrease in edema
-decreased calcium
-increased urine output
-decreased BP
-decrease in ICP & IOP
Client teaching for Nitroglycerin: 1. stop activity & rest
2. place nitro tab under tongue
3. if pain is unrelieved in 5 min, call 911 or go to ED
4. take 2 or more doses at 5 min intervals
-headache is a common side effect of nitro
Which foods should the client on Warfarin avoid? dark leafy green veggies
Client teaching for anticoagulant therapy: -bleeding precautions
-no added meds that increase bleeding
-on it for 6-8 weeks prior to hematologic dx procedure
-must have blood levels checked often
-monitor vitamin K in their diet
Expected prescriptions for Hypertension: -furosemide (Lasix)
-aldactone (potassium sparing diuretic)
-hydrochlorothiazide (diuretic)
-verapamil, dilitiazem (CCB)
-captopril, lisinopril (ACE inhibitors)
-losartan, telmisartan (ARBs)
-eplerenone
-atenolol, metoprolol (Beta blockers)
-clonidine
-prazosin (minipress)
Contraindications for Nadolol: -asthma
-sinus bradycardia
-cardiogenic shock
-cardiac failure
-diabetes
-pregnancy
-right side HF
-emphysema
-severe COPD
Treatment for diabetes insipidus: -daily weights
-no caffeine or alcohol
-desmopressin acetate/DDVAP
-aqueous vasopressin/Pitressin
-carbamazepine (tegretol)
-high fiber diet
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AM AC…
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical Proctored Exam 2025/2026 | 270
Questions & Verified Answers | Test Bank | Frequently Tested
Topics | Graded A+ Guaranteed Pass.
Endoscopy (EGD) positioning left side lying
Before an Endoscopy (EGD): -NPO 6-8 hr
-remove dentures
Gastroenteritis care plan: -restrict dairy, caffeine, milk
-eat foods high in potassium
-increase fluid intake
-contact precautions
In what order do you open the sterile package? flap furthest from body, side flaps, then closest
A nurse has removed a sterile pack from its outside D
cover and place it on a clean work surface in
preparation for an invasive procedure. Which of the
following flaps should the nurse unfold first:
A. closest to body
B. right side
C. left side
D. farthest from body
A nurse is wearing sterile gloves in prep for C, D, E
performing a sterile procedure. Which of the
following objects can the nurse touch without
breaking sterile technique (Select all that apply)
A. bottle containing sterile solution
B. edge of sterile drape at the base of the field
C. inner wrapping of an item on the sterile field
D. irrigation syringe on the sterile field
E. one gloved hand with the other gloved hand
A nurse has prepared a sterile field for assisting a B, C, D
provider with a chest tube insertion. Which of the
following events should the nurse recognize as
contaminating the field (Select all that apply)
A. provider drops a sterile instrument onto the
near side of the sterile field
B. nurse moistens a cotton ball with sterile
normal saline and places it on sterile field
C. procedure is delayed 1hr because the provider
receives an emergency call
D. nurse turns to speak to someone who enters
through the door behind the nurse
E. clients hand brushes against the outer
edge of the sterile field
TB is suspected, what precautionary actions to do? -negative airflow room, airborne precautions
-nurses wear N95 mask, client wears if going out of the room
-admin heat & humidified O2 therapy as prescribed
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,5/19/26, 11:16 ATI RN ADULT MEDICAL SURGICAL PROCTORED EXAM 2025/2026 BANK COMPLETE 200 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
AM AC…
TB interventions: -family members should be screened
-4 meds taken for 6-12 months
-not contagious when they have 3 negative sputum cultures
What to watch for when on Isoniazid: numb/tingling in the hands & feet
What to watch for when on Rifampin: -orange secretions normal
-watch for jaundice
-interferes with birth control
What to watch for when on Ethambutol: vision changes
Client teaching for genital herpes: -can be transmitted with or w/out blisters
-sexual partners should be informed & screened
-no cure, just meds to help w/symptoms
-abstain from intercourse until lesions are completely healed
-gently clean areas w/mild soap & water
Caring for a client following a stroke of the right -thicken liquids/foods
side with left-sided hemipalegia: -high fowlers
-speech therapist for helping w/eating & speech
-monitor gag reflex/swallowing abilities
-have suction equipment available
-occupational therapy
-support left arm with pillows, slings, etc
High sodium foods clients with HF & Pulmonary -cheese
edema should avoid: -soups
-bread
-cold cuts/cured meats
-pizza
-eggs & omelets
-hot dogs
-baked ham
Which non-opioid drug decreases the effect of ibuprofen
aspirin?
Ketorolac should not be used concurrently with... other NSAIDS
Glucocorticoids increase the risk of gastric bleeding non-opioid analgesics
when taken with...
To access an implanted port, you must use a... noncoring (Huber) needle
When done accessing an implanted port... flush with 10 mL 0.9% sodium chloride
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, 5/19/26, 11:16 ATI RN ADULT MEDICAL SURGICAL PROCTORED EXAM 2025/2026 BANK COMPLETE 200 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
AM AC…
Therapeutic effects of furosemide (Lasix) -decreases preload of the heart
-decreases potassium levels
-increases urine output
-decrease BP
-decrease edema
Valsartan for HF expected outcomes/findings: -vasodilation
-excretion of sodium & water
-reduces BP
-reduces risk of mortality in post-MI pts left w/vent dysfunction
Expected findings of meds that increase urinary -decreased potassium
output (diuretics): -weight loss
-decrease in edema
-decreased calcium
-increased urine output
-decreased BP
-decrease in ICP & IOP
Client teaching for Nitroglycerin: 1. stop activity & rest
2. place nitro tab under tongue
3. if pain is unrelieved in 5 min, call 911 or go to ED
4. take 2 or more doses at 5 min intervals
-headache is a common side effect of nitro
Which foods should the client on Warfarin avoid? dark leafy green veggies
Client teaching for anticoagulant therapy: -bleeding precautions
-no added meds that increase bleeding
-on it for 6-8 weeks prior to hematologic dx procedure
-must have blood levels checked often
-monitor vitamin K in their diet
Expected prescriptions for Hypertension: -furosemide (Lasix)
-aldactone (potassium sparing diuretic)
-hydrochlorothiazide (diuretic)
-verapamil, dilitiazem (CCB)
-captopril, lisinopril (ACE inhibitors)
-losartan, telmisartan (ARBs)
-eplerenone
-atenolol, metoprolol (Beta blockers)
-clonidine
-prazosin (minipress)
Contraindications for Nadolol: -asthma
-sinus bradycardia
-cardiogenic shock
-cardiac failure
-diabetes
-pregnancy
-right side HF
-emphysema
-severe COPD
Treatment for diabetes insipidus: -daily weights
-no caffeine or alcohol
-desmopressin acetate/DDVAP
-aqueous vasopressin/Pitressin
-carbamazepine (tegretol)
-high fiber diet
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