ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Woolery Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with a history of chronic kidney disease is admitted to the hospital with a pulmonary embolism. Which of the following medications should the nurse anticipate administering to this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Heparin is commonly used as an anticoagulant to treat pulmonary embolism, especially in clients with chronic kidney disease where renal function needs to be considered.
Extract:
Nurses' Notes
0900:
Client resting comfortably in bed. The client states that she has been experiencing progressive weakness of the facial muscles, and difficulty swallowing, which prompted her to seek treatment. She states that her muscle strength is usually better in the morning, and her facial muscles become more fatigued as she uses them throughout the day. Bilateral ptosis of eyelids noted. Client has difficulty talking during the assessment, and states that her jaw muscles became fatigued when she tried to eat breakfast this morning. Bilateral hand grip and upper extremity strength within normal limits, bilateral lower extremity strength and range of motion within normal limits. Client is scheduled for an edrophonium (Tensilon) test today.
Question 2 of 5
Based on the information provided, the client is likely experiencing..... which is caused by.......
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: Myasthenia Gravis symptoms include facial muscle weakness and fatigue, caused by autoantibodies targeting acetylcholine receptors.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
A nursing student preparing for his first clinical rotation must receive a hepatitis B vaccination series prior to attending clinicals. The nursing student understands that this is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The hepatitis B vaccination is primary prevention, aimed at preventing the disease.
Question 4 of 5
The patient is admitted with upper GI bleeding following an episode of forceful vomiting due to excessive alcohol intake. The nurse suspects a Mallory-Weiss tear. Which of the following is true of a Mallory-Weiss tear?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A Mallory-Weiss tear is a laceration in the mucosal lining at the gastroesophageal junction, typically caused by severe vomiting or retching.
Question 5 of 5
A female client with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) asks the nurse about pregnancy and lupus. Which information should the nurse include when educating the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Frequent prenatal visits and monitoring are essential for managing lupus during pregnancy.