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ATI Detailed Answer Key Medical Surgical Questions
Question 1 of 5
Your patient's physician told him that he has hemophilia. You are asked to teach the signs and symptoms of this disease. You respond by saying
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hemophilia is characterized by excessive bleeding due to a deficiency in clotting factors.
Question 2 of 5
Which communication technique will help a nurse communicate with clients who do not speak English?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Speaking slowly and using simple language improves comprehension for non-native speakers.
Question 3 of 5
Which statement by a patient with diabetes indicates an understanding of the medication insulin glargine injection (Lantus)?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Lantus is a long-acting insulin with no distinct peak action.
Question 4 of 5
A patient is scheduled for a hemorrhoidectomy at an ambulatory day-surgery center. An advantage of performing surgery at an ambulatory center is a decreased need for
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ambulatory centers often streamline processes, reducing the need for extensive laboratory tests and perioperative medications.
Question 5 of 5
A client is unconscious with a breathing pattern characterized by alternating periods of hyperventilation and apnea. The nurse should document that the client has which of the following respiratory alterations?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Cheyne-Stokes respirations. This breathing pattern is characterized by alternating periods of deep, rapid breathing (hyperventilation) followed by periods of apnea. This pattern is often seen in clients with neurological or cardiac conditions. Kussmaul respirations (A) are deep and rapid breathing associated with metabolic acidosis. Apneustic respirations (B) are characterized by prolonged inhalation and short, insufficient exhalation. Stridor (D) is a high-pitched, noisy breathing sound caused by obstructed air flow in the upper airway, not associated with the described breathing pattern.