ATI RN
Medical Surgical ATI Proctored Exam Questions
Question 1 of 5
Your postoperative patient develops a cellulitis in her leg. Your nursing treatments would include
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elevation helps reduce swelling and improve circulation in cellulitis.
Question 2 of 5
Priority Decision: A patient in the last stages of life is experiencing shortness of breath and air hunger. Based on practice guidelines, what is the most appropriate action by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Comfort measures tailored to the individual patient’s needs are prioritized in palliative care, ensuring the patient feels supported and comfortable.
Question 3 of 5
What aspect of Mr. Ross’s health history is most indicative of cancer of the lung?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Smoking is the strongest risk factor for lung cancer.
Question 4 of 5
What should the nurse prioritize when monitoring an older adult client immediately following a bronchoscopy?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Confirming the gag reflex. Immediately following a bronchoscopy, the nurse must prioritize confirming the gag reflex to ensure the client can protect their airway. This is crucial to prevent aspiration and respiratory complications. Observing for confusion (choice
A) is important but not the priority in this situation. Auscultating breath sounds (choice
B) is also important but confirming the gag reflex takes precedence. Measuring blood pressure (choice
D) is not directly related to the immediate post-bronchoscopy monitoring.
Question 5 of 5
What term best describes an item that is a microorganism or prion that is generally harmless to humans?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because nonpathogenic microorganisms do not typically cause harm to humans.