ATI RN
Fundamentals of Nursing Oxygenation Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient with a history of stroke who is exhibiting signs of facial drooping. What should the nurse do first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Assess the patient's neurological status. This is the first step to determine the patient's current condition, severity of the stroke, and any potential complications. The nurse needs to assess for any changes in neurological status, such as speech difficulties or weakness in limbs, to determine the appropriate course of action. Administering a vasopressor (B) could potentially worsen the patient's condition if not indicated. Administering IV morphine (C) or steroids (D) would not address the immediate need to assess the neurological status and may delay necessary interventions.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient with a history of diabetes who is experiencing blurred vision. What is the priority intervention?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Administer corticosteroids. Blurred vision in a diabetic patient may indicate diabetic retinopathy, which can lead to vision loss. Administering corticosteroids can help reduce inflammation and prevent further damage to the eyes. Monitoring blood glucose levels (choices A and C) is important but not the priority in this case. Administering oral antihypertensive (choice D) is not indicated for blurred vision in a diabetic patient.
Question 3 of 5
A patient with a chronic cough is scheduled to have a bronchoscopy with biopsy. Which intervention will the nurse implement directly after the procedure?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Post-bronchoscopy, the patient must remain NPO until the gag reflex returns to prevent aspiration due to local anesthesia.
Question 4 of 5
Which statement by the patient indicates that teaching has been effective for a patient scheduled for radiation therapy of the larynx?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Radiation can cause dry mouth; carrying water helps manage this side effect, showing effective teaching.
Question 5 of 5
The health care provider writes an order for bacteriologic testing for a patient who has a positive tuberculosis skin test. Which action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: TB diagnosis requires sputum samples for AFB testing over 3 consecutive days to confirm active infection.