ATI RN
Chapter 1 Introduction to Nursing Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse discusses management of upper respiratory infections (URIs) with a patient who has acute sinusitis. Which statement by the patient indicates that additional teaching is needed?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because using nasal decongestant spray for an extended period can lead to rebound congestion and worsening of symptoms. Choice A is correct as hydration helps thin mucus. Choice C is correct as acetaminophen can help alleviate sinus discomfort. Choice D is correct as changes in nasal secretions or sputum can indicate worsening infection.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is doing volunteer work in a homeless shelter. The nurse should monitor the individuals for which initial signs and symptoms of tuberculosis? Select the one that does not apply.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Chest Pain. Chest pain is not typically an initial sign or symptom of tuberculosis. The most common initial signs and symptoms include fatigue, morning cough, and lethargy. Monitoring for these symptoms is crucial in detecting tuberculosis early for prompt treatment. Chest pain may occur in later stages or due to complications but is not a primary indicator. Thus, the nurse should focus on observing for fatigue, morning cough, and lethargy as initial signs of tuberculosis in individuals at the homeless shelter.
Question 3 of 5
A patient with elevated lipid levels has a new prescription for nicotinic acid (niacin). The nurse informs the patient that which adverse effects may occur with this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
A patient has pain due to acute pericarditis. What is an appropriate nursing intervention for this problem?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assisting the physician with insertion of a chest tube the nurse notes fluctuations of the fluid level in the water seal chamber after the tube is inserted based on this observations the nurse takes which of the following actions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.