ATI RN
Basic Care of Dying Patient Questions
Question 1 of 5
Ms. Tan is a 69-year-old Singaporean lady who is ADL independent. She is currently unemployed and living on her very limited savings. Which of the following health financial schemes are available to help her in her healthcare?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following components is MISPLACED in the circle system shown in the above illustration?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing a patient for surgery. Which goal is a priority for assessing the patient before surgery?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Establish a patient's baseline of normal function. Before surgery, assessing the patient's baseline helps identify any deviations from normal, enabling early detection of potential complications. It provides crucial information for planning perioperative care and interventions. Choice A (Plan for care after the procedure) is important but not the priority. Assessing the patient's baseline comes first to ensure a smooth surgical process. Choice C (Educate the patient and family about the procedure) is essential, but assessing the baseline takes precedence to ensure patient safety. Choice D (Gather appropriate equipment for the patient's needs) is necessary but is a task that usually follows the assessment of the patient's baseline.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a postoperative patient who has had a minimally invasive carpel tunnel repair. The patient has a temperature of 97° F and is shivering. Which reason will the nurse most likely consider as the primary cause when planning care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Anesthesia lowers metabolism. Anesthesia can cause hypothermia by decreasing the body's ability to regulate temperature, leading to shivering as a compensatory mechanism. Shivering helps increase heat production. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect as they do not directly relate to the primary cause of the patient's shivering in this context. Choice B is irrelevant as it does not address the physiological reason for the shivering. Choice C is not the primary cause as wearing a gown alone would not lead to shivering. Choice D is incorrect as it refers to a large open body cavity, which is not relevant in a minimally invasive carpal tunnel repair.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following findings is most concerning in a patient with chest pain?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Shortness of breath and diaphoresis. This combination indicates possible heart-related issues like a heart attack. Shortness of breath suggests inadequate oxygen supply, and diaphoresis (excessive sweating) may indicate severe stress on the heart. It is concerning as it can signify a life-threatening condition. A: A burning sensation after eating is likely related to acid reflux. B: Pain that improves with rest is typically seen in musculoskeletal issues. D: Pain that worsens with palpation is more indicative of musculoskeletal or chest wall pain, not necessarily a cardiac event.