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ATI Detailed Answer Key Medical Surgical Questions
Question 1 of 5
According to the Corbin and Strauss chronic illness trajectory, which statement describes a patient with an unstable condition?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: An unstable condition reflects loss of control over symptoms and disease progression, indicating difficulty managing health effectively.
Question 2 of 5
What is contraindicated for a client being treated for Ménière’s disease?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: CNS depressants can worsen dizziness and imbalance associated with Ménière’s disease.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following would be appropriate to delegate to the nursing assistant?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Removing outer clothing is a simple task that does not require clinical judgment.
Question 4 of 5
In teaching parents to associate prevention with the lifestyle of their child with sickle cell disease, the nurse should emphasize that a priority for their child is to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Immunizations protect against infections that can trigger crises.
Question 5 of 5
A client is in the immediate postoperative period following a partial laryngectomy. Which of the following parameters should the nurse assess first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Airway patency. Assessing airway patency is the priority in the immediate postoperative period following a laryngectomy to ensure the client's ability to breathe. If the airway is compromised, it can lead to life-threatening complications. Pain severity (A), wound drainage (B), and tissue integrity (C) are important assessments but are secondary to ensuring the client's airway is clear and functioning properly. Prioritizing airway patency allows for prompt intervention if any issues arise, ensuring the client's safety and optimal recovery.