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ATI Detailed Answer Key Medical Surgical Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse caring for a patient in the intensive care unit (ICU) implements strategies to create an environment conducive to sleep. Which strategy would be most effective?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A. Turning off the lights minimizes disruption to the patient's circadian rhythm. Background noise (B) and silencing alarms (C) may not always be feasible, and unnecessary analgesics (D) could interfere with sleep.
Question 2 of 5
The medical-surgical nurse performs a dressing change on a patient with a history of non-insulin-dependent diabetes. The patient questions why the wound is not healing. Recognizing a teaching opportunity, what response does the nurse offer the patient?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Blood sugar control significantly impacts wound healing in diabetic patients.
Question 3 of 5
What information should be immediately reported to the physician?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Iron ingestion can cause severe toxicity and requires immediate medical attention.
Question 4 of 5
Following treatment with fluoxetine, a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor for depression, Mary hardly sleeps, is hyperactive, easily distracted, and appears elated. You would expect her physician to
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Mood stabilizers are used to treat symptoms of mania or hypomania associated with bipolar disorder.
Question 5 of 5
What complication can result from tracheal suctioning?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Suctioning temporarily reduces oxygen levels, necessitating careful monitoring.