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Care of a Patient with Alzheimers Basic Concept ATI Questions
Question 1 of 5
Your adult status asthmaticus patient requires rapid sequence intubation due to rapidly increasing airway constriction. Which of the following would be most appropriate following tube placement confirmation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Albuterol, given via nebulizer after tube placement, helps relax bronchial smooth muscle in asthma patients, improving oxygenation.
Question 2 of 5
If a resident has a hearing impairment, a nursing assistant should
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: It's important to ensure the light is on the resident's face so they can read lips or make eye contact.
Question 3 of 5
A ______ urine specimen can be collected any time the resident voids.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A routine urine specimen is collected without specific preparation and can be obtained during normal urination.
Question 4 of 5
What can a paramedic expect to occur in a closed-head injury patient when the intracranial pressure increases and the mean arterial pressure decreases?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Increased intracranial pressure and decreased mean arterial pressure can lead to brainstem herniation, which is a life-threatening condition.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a preoperative patient. The nurse teaches the principles and demonstrates leg exercises for the patient. The patient is unable to perform leg exercises correctly. What is the nurse's best next step?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing for anxiety, pain, or fatigue helps identify barriers to learning and ensures the patient can perform exercises correctly.