ATI RN
ATI Detailed Answer Key Medical Surgical Questions
Question 1 of 5
What should a client with seasonal affective disorder be taught upon discharge?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Maximizing exposure to natural light helps alleviate symptoms of seasonal affective disorder.
Question 2 of 5
What information should be immediately reported to the physician?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Iron ingestion can cause severe toxicity and requires immediate medical attention.
Question 3 of 5
A client is admitted to the unit for chemotherapy. To prevent an acid-base problem, which of the following would you instruct the nursing assistant to report?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Nausea and vomiting can lead to metabolic alkalosis due to loss of gastric acid, making it important to report promptly to prevent acid-base imbalances.
Question 4 of 5
For a patient with osteogenic sarcoma, you would be particularly vigilant for elevations in which laboratory value?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Elevated calcium levels are commonly associated with osteogenic sarcoma due to bone destruction and release of calcium into the bloodstream.
Question 5 of 5
Which test involves providing quick responses to words like 'mother...', 'work...', et ?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Word Association Test requires clients to quickly respond to words, revealing unconscious thoughts and emotions through their responses.