ATI RN
ATI Medsurg Exam 5 Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is performing a physical assessment on a client. Which of the following techniques should the nurse perform first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Inspection is the first step in a physical assessment, involving visual examination to identify abnormalities, followed by palpation, percussion, and auscultation.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse recognizes that receiving messages is part of the communication process. Which client should the nurse identify as most likely to misinterpret a message received from a health care professional?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A hearing impairment with an interpreter introduces potential communication barriers, increasing the risk of misinterpretation.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is performing a physical examination on a client. Which of the following should be an appropriate action by the nurse to prevent the spread of infection during a physical examination?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hand washing before and after client encounters is critical to prevent infection transmission, unlike selective glove use or skipping post-glove hygiene.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is performing a review of systems on a client. The nurse recognizes that the purpose of the review of systems in a health history is to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The review of systems collects subjective data on each body system to evaluate health status, not to document specific problems or objective findings.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is providing education about the correct use of an otoscope for an examination. Which statement made by the nurse indicates understanding regarding the use of the otoscope?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An otoscope directs light to visualize the ear canal and tympanic membrane, not the eye, sinuses, or tonsils.