ATI RN
ATI Nursing 232 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A clinic nurse is preparing a lesson for nursing students on the care of patients with viral pharyngitis. What information should be included in the lesson? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,E
Rationale:
Choice A: Drooling or inability to open the mouth suggests complications like abscess.
Choice B: Prevents viral spread.
Choice E: Fluids soothe the throat and prevent dehydration.
Choices C and D are irrelevant for viral pharyngitis.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the arterial blood gas (ABG) results for a patient diagnosed with progressive Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Which ABG results should the nurse expect for a patient with progressive COPD?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Progressive COPD causes respiratory acidosis (low pH, high PaCO2) with metabolic compensation (elevated HCO3), as seen in option C.
Question 3 of 5
A new graduate nurse attends a seminar on Communication in Healthcare. Which of the following are considered barriers to appropriate communication with clients? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale:
Choice A: Cultural incompetence hinders understanding of client needs.
Choice D: Implicit bias affects fair communication.
Choice E: Lack of diversity limits cultural insight.
Choices B and C facilitate communication.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse instructor is teaching nursing students about safety, quality, and patient-centered care. What recommendations should the students recognize that promote safe, quality, patient-centered care? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E
Rationale:
Choice A: Critical thinking ensures informed decisions.
Choice C: Communication aligns care with patient needs.
Choice D: Planning and reporting track progress.
Choice E: End-of-shift evaluation assesses intervention effectiveness.
Choice B is incorrect as evaluation is ongoing.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is working with a colleague who frequently interrupts and dominates during patient care discussions. The nurse wants to address this behavior assertively to ensure effective teamwork. Which response by the nurse demonstrates assertive behavior?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: This response is assertive, clearly expressing feelings and needs without blame, promoting constructive dialogue.