ATI RN
ATI Medical Surgical Nursing Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 55-year-old patient with newly diagnosed Type II Diabetes Mellitus is being educated on lifestyle modifications to manage their condition. Which of the following dietary recommendations would be most effective in controlling their blood glucose levels?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Increasing high-fiber foods like vegetables and whole grains helps regulate blood glucose by slowing digestion and improving insulin sensitivity.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing preventative health care education material to a new client who chews tobacco. Which of the following statements should the nurse underline as an important reminder in the pamphlet that highlights oral health for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale:
Tobacco use increases the risk of caries and tooth loss, impacting quality of life.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has multiple sclerosis and is experiencing progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML). Which of the following medications should the nurse recognize is associated with the development of PML?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Natalizumab is an immunosuppressant used for multiple sclerosis and has been linked to the development of PML.
Question 4 of 5
A 25-year-old female patient presents with fever, chills, and a productive cough. Sputum culture reveals Gram-positive cocci in clusters. Which of the following bacterial organisms is most likely responsible for this infection?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Staphylococcus aureus, a Gram-positive coccus forming clusters, is a common cause of pneumonia with these symptoms.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer an enteral feeding to a patient with a gastrostomy tube. Before starting the feeding, which of the following actions should the nurse take to ensure patient safety?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Verifying the pH of gastric aspirate ensures the tube is correctly placed, preventing aspiration.