ATI RN
ATI Med Surg RN 221A Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A clinic nurse is performing a physical assessment on a client who has systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A malar (butterfly) rash across the nose and cheeks is a classic SLE sign, caused by skin vessel inflammation, often worsened by sun exposure.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who requests prescription pain medication. Which of the following actions should the nurse perform first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Determining the pain's location is the first step to assess its cause, characteristics, and appropriate treatment, ensuring safe and effective pain management.
Question 3 of 5
A clinic nurse is performing a physical assessment on a client who has systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A malar (butterfly) rash across the nose and cheeks is a classic SLE sign, caused by skin vessel inflammation, often worsened by sun exposure.
Question 4 of 5
What intervention should the nurse identify as a priority for a client with a nursing diagnosis of ineffective airway clearance related to HIV-related pneumonia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Coughing, deep breathing, and hydration directly clear airway secretions in pneumonia, making them the priority intervention.
Question 5 of 5
A client comes to the clinic with a complaint of pain in the right great toe and is eventually diagnosed with gout. When planning teaching for this client, what management technique should the nurse emphasize?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Restricting high-purine foods reduces uric acid production, a key strategy to prevent gout attacks.