ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nursing 300 Day Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client was recently diagnosed with advanced Hodgkin's Lymphoma. Which sign or symptoms indicates that the lymphoma involves the presence of a mediastinal mass?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A mediastinal mass can compress airways or vessels, causing shortness of breath, especially when supine, a specific indicator of mediastinal involvement.
Question 2 of 5
After receiving report, which client diagnosed with cancer should the nurse assess first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Neutropenia with possible infection is critical due to the high risk of severe complications.
Question 3 of 5
The client problem of Activity Intolerance related to decrease in cardiac reserve is identified for a client with chronic heart failure. Which intervention should the nurse include in the plan of care related to this problem?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Alternating activity and rest periods helps manage energy demands and prevents overexertion in heart failure.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is evaluating a client's response to ondansetron following the administration of chemotherapy. Which finding indicates an expected outcome?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Tolerating oral fluids indicates effective nausea control, an expected outcome of ondansetron.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse would assess the client diagnosed with disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) for which manifestation of the disorder?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Petechiae result from microvascular bleeding in DIC due to clotting factor consumption.