ATI RN
ATI Custom Wn23 NS122 Questions
Extract:
The nurse caring for a child who has been put into a leg cast must be on alert for signs of nerve and muscle damage.
Question 1 of 5
Which symptom might be an early warning signal that the child has developed compartment syndrome?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Increasing severe pain is an early sign of compartment syndrome due to pressure within the muscle compartment, requiring urgent reporting. Blue nail beds (
A) indicate cyanosis, a weak femoral pulse (
B) suggests arterial issues, and inability to plantarflex (
C) is less specific than pain.
Extract:
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about common discomforts of pregnancy during the first trimester with a client who is pregnant.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following manifestations should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Urinary frequency is common in the first trimester due to increased blood volume and kidney activity. Supine hypotension (
A), heartburn (
B), and constipation (
C) are more typical later in pregnancy.
Extract:
The nurse teaches a patient about danger signs of pregnancy.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following danger signs of pregnancy should the nurse teach a patient to report promptly?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Edema of the face and hands may indicate preeclampsia, a serious condition requiring prompt reporting. Nasal congestion (
A), hemorrhoids (
C), and varicose veins (
D) are common but not urgent.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client who is threatening to commit suicide.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following questions should the nurse ask?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Asking about the suicide plan assesses risk level and guides intervention, a priority in suicide prevention. Past events (
A), outcomes (
B), and reasons (
D) are less immediate for safety planning.
Extract:
The nurse observes Brittny who is hospitalized with Anorexia during meal times for 2 hours after eating.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse observes Brittny who is hospitalized with Anorexia during meal times for 2 hours after eating due to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Monitoring for purging prevents compensatory behaviors in anorexia, ensuring nutritional intake. Trust-building (
A), teaching (
C), and breaks (
D) are not the primary focus during meals.