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ATI Detailed Answer Key Medical Surgical Questions
Question 1 of 9
Which category of complementary and alternative medicine involves healing theory and practice that evolved from other cultures?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Whole medical systems, such as Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine, incorporate theories and practices developed in other cultures.
Question 2 of 9
In teaching parents to associate prevention with the lifestyle of their child with sickle cell disease, the nurse should emphasize that a priority for their child is to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Immunizations protect against infections that can trigger crises.
Question 3 of 9
While teaching a client about their medications, the client asks how long it will take before the effects of lithium take place. What is the best response of the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lithium typically takes 2 weeks to show therapeutic effects.
Question 4 of 9
A client continually repeats phrases that others have just said. The nurse recognizes this behavior as:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Echolalia is the repetition of words or phrases heard from others.
Question 5 of 9
The nurse is caring for a client with cirrhosis of the liver with ascites. When instructing nursing assistants in the care of the client, the nurse should emphasize that:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Semi-Fowler's position aids in breathing and reduces pressure on the abdomen.
Question 6 of 9
In assessing the healing of a client's wound during a home visit, which of the following is the best indicator of good healing?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reddened tissue indicates healthy granulation tissue.
Question 7 of 9
A client develops volume overload from an IV that has infused too rapidly. What assessment would the nurse expect to find?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An S3 heart sound indicates volume overload.
Question 8 of 9
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 9 of 9
What considerations and interventions should be used when caring for a client with a hearing impairment?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Using multiple strategies ensures effective communication and accommodation for the client's needs.