ATI RN
Introduction to Maternity and Pediatric Nursing Test Bank Questions
Question 1 of 5
At a public health fair, a nurse discusses the dangers of sun exposure. Prolonged sun exposure has been blamed for which form of cancer?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Prolonged sun exposure is indeed a known risk factor for all three types of skin cancer listed in the choices. Malignant melanoma is a serious form of skin cancer that develops in the melanocytes, the cells that produce skin pigment. Basal cell epithelioma and squamous cell carcinoma are two other common types of skin cancer that are largely attributed to sun exposure. It is crucial to protect your skin from the harmful effects of the sun by applying sunscreen, wearing protective clothing, and seeking shade when necessary to reduce the risk of developing skin cancer.
Question 2 of 5
With pulmonary edema, there is usually an alteration in:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
. A client with a suspected left sided heart failure is scheduled to undergo a multigated acquisition scan. Which of the following actions is required before undergoing the test?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Before undergoing a multigated acquisition scan, a client with suspected left sided heart failure should be medicated to relieve cough. Coughing can disrupt the accuracy of the scan results by affecting the heart's movement and leading to motion artifacts. Therefore, it is essential to address any coughing issues before the test to ensure reliable and accurate imaging of the heart's function. The other options, such as administering diuretics, avoiding fluid intake, and administering analgesics, are not directly related to optimizing the imaging quality of the multigated acquisition scan for a client with suspected left sided heart failure.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse understands that which of the ff. best describes the action of propanolol (Inderal)?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Propranolol (Inderal) is a non-selective beta-blocker that works by blocking beta receptors in the heart and blood vessels. By blocking these receptors, propranolol decreases the effects of adrenaline, leading to a decrease in heart rate, blood pressure, and cardiac output. This results in a reduction in the workload of the heart, making it an effective medication for conditions such as hypertension, angina, and certain types of arrhythmias. Overall, the action of propranolol leads to a decrease in cardiac output, contrary to the options that suggest an increase in heart rate, fluid volume, or cardiac contractility.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following nursing interventions will help prevent a further increase in ICP?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Elevating the head of the bed helps to promote venous drainage from the brain, which can help reduce intracranial pressure (ICP). By positioning the patient with the head of the bed at a 30-45 degree angle, it can facilitate the circulation of cerebrospinal fluid and blood, thus preventing a further increase in ICP. This intervention is a crucial aspect of managing patients with increased ICP and can help improve their overall neurological status.