ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nursing 300 Day Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client's Pap test reveals cervical cells with dysplasia changes. The nurse understands that information obtained during the client's health history and identified as a major risk factor for cervical cancer is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Infection with high-risk strains of HPV is a major risk factor for cervical cancer, as it can cause cellular changes leading to dysplasia and potentially cancer.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is aware that radiation therapy is most effective for which type of client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Radiation therapy is most effective for localized cancers, allowing targeted treatment with minimal damage to surrounding tissues.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is evaluating the following rhythm strip on a client in the telemetry unit. The client is alert and oriented but complains of slight nausea after eating breakfast. What is the nurse's best action?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sinus tachycardia with mild symptoms warrants continued monitoring and assessment rather than immediate intervention.
Question 4 of 5
In planning teaching sessions for a client undergoing photodynamic therapy for lung cancer, the nurse should include which statement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: After photodynamic therapy, clients become extremely sensitive to light, including sunlight, which can cause skin damage, so avoiding sun exposure for at least 6 weeks is critical.
Question 5 of 5
A 78-year-old client is admitted to the Emergency Department (ED) with numbness and weakness of the right arm and slurred speech. Which nursing intervention is a priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A STAT CT scan is critical to diagnose the cause of neurological symptoms (e.g., stroke), guiding time-sensitive treatment decisions.