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ATI Detailed Answer Key Medical Surgical Questions
Question 1 of 5
Bob is diagnosed with idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP). You realize that he has an increased risk of bleeding and you must monitor
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Low platelet count increases the risk of bleeding in ITP.
Question 2 of 5
Why might a client receive a central venous catheter?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because TPN requires a central venous catheter due to the high osmolarity of the solution.
Question 3 of 5
Which quality of care measures influence the payment for health care services by third-party payers (select all that apply)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Third-party payers prioritize clinical outcomes, evidence-based practice adoption, and minimizing preventable conditions to ensure value-based care.
Question 4 of 5
Match the descriptions to the stages of sleep. Some descriptions may have more than one stage and some stages may be used more than once.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D (REM). REM sleep is characterized by brain waves resembling wakefulness and vivid dreaming. The deepest sleep (B) corresponds to NREM Stage 3, while specific EEG waveforms (C) are associated with all stages.
Question 5 of 5
What would be useful in helping Mr. Jackson prepare for chest tube insertion?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Splinting minimizes movement and discomfort during the procedure.