ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nurs 228 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client who has tested positive for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) antibodies is admitted to the hospital with Pneumocystis Jiroveci Pneumonia (PCP) and a CD4+ T-Cell count of less than 200 cells/µL. Based on the diagnostic criteria established by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which statement by the nurse is correct?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A CD4+ T-cell count below 200 cells/µL and an opportunistic infection like PCP meet the CDC criteria for an AIDS diagnosis.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a child who has asthma. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Upright positioning, bronchodilators, and monitoring oxygen saturation are key interventions for managing asthma and ensuring respiratory function.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for an infant who has just returned from the PACU following cleft lip and palate repair. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Placing the infant upright facilitates breathing and reduces swelling post-cleft repair.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a child who has a urinary tract infection (UTI). Which of the following interventions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Encouraging frequent voiding helps flush bacteria from the urinary tract, aiding UTI management.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the diagnostic findings for a preschool-age child who is suspected of having cystic fibrosis. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication of cystic fibrosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A sweat chloride content of 85 mEq/L is diagnostic for cystic fibrosis, as values above 60 mEq/L confirm the condition.