ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nursing 300 Day Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client returns to the surgical unit following a right modified radical mastectomy with dissection of axillary lymph nodes. An appropriate nursing intervention in the postoperative care for the client includes:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A limb alert bracelet prevents procedures on the affected arm, reducing lymphedema risk post-lymph node dissection.
Question 2 of 5
A middle-aged client tells the nurse that his father died of colon cancer. The client is concerned about developing this disease as well. Which of the following would the nurse include in the recommendations for this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Discussing family history and early screening with a provider is crucial for timely detection given the family history.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has fluid overload. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY.)
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: A: Pulmonary edema increases respiratory rate. C: Heart rate rises to compensate. D: Blood volume increases pressure. B and E are incorrect as temperature is unrelated, and hematocrit decreases.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client diagnosed with renal cancer. The client is complaining of flank pain. Which additional assessment finding should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Renal cancer often presents with a flank mass and hematuria due to tumor growth and bleeding.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is evaluating the outcomes for a client diagnosed with disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC). Which laboratory value reflects a positive outcome?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A decreased D-dimer level indicates reduced clot formation and breakdown, a positive outcome in DIC.