ATI RN
ATI Nur 109 Med Surg Final Assessment 2025 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 49-year-old patient who reports pain in the foot that moves up along the calf says, 'My left foot feels like it is on fire.' The patient reports that the pain started yesterday, and they have no prior history of injury or falls. Which components of pain assessment has the patient reported?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The patient describes location ('left foot' and 'moves up along the calf'), quality ('feels like it is on fire'), and duration ('started yesterday'), which are key components of a pain assessment.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is receiving change-of-shift report for a group of assigned clients. The nurse anticipates which of the following activities first in delivering client care using the nursing process?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Assessment, which involves collecting and organizing client data, is the first step in the nursing process to develop an appropriate care plan.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to communicate with a hearing-impaired client during a routine assessment. Which of the following strategies is most appropriate for ensuring effective communication with this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Written instructions help reinforce spoken communication, ensuring the client fully understands important details, especially for those with significant hearing loss.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a mental illness. Which of the following actions by the nurse demonstrates the ethical concept of autonomy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Supporting a competent client's decision to refuse medication respects their autonomy, the right to make personal healthcare choices.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reflecting on their own personal attitudes about vulnerable populations. Which of the following statements demonstrates an attempt by the nurse to minimize judgment and bias when caring for clients?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Actively engaging in self-reflection helps the nurse identify personal biases, challenge assumptions, and provide more compassionate and individualized care. This approach promotes cultural competence and minimizes judgment when caring for vulnerable populations.