ATI RN
ATI n232 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A clinic nurse is preparing to teach student nurses about care of clients with viral pharyngitis. Which information should the nurse include in the teaching plan? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: B. Drooling/inability to open mouth signals complications. C. Hydration soothes throat. D. Avoiding sharing prevents spread. A. Antibiotics are for bacterial infections. E. Rash monitoring is unnecessary.
Question 2 of 5
A client diagnosed with a pulmonary embolism is placed on a continuous Heparin infusion. A nurse should notify the health care provider for which of the following findings?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hematuria suggests excessive anticoagulation, requiring urgent reassessment. A. Minor bruising is expected. B. PTT is therapeutic. D. Starting Coumadin is standard.
Question 3 of 5
A client has tested positive for tuberculosis (TB). While providing client teaching, what information should a nurse prioritize?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Adhering to the TB medication regimen prevents resistance and relapse. B. Isolation ends after 2 weeks of therapy and negative smears, not the entire treatment. C. TB is not self-limiting; it requires treatment. D. Physical therapy is not a primary focus.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a living will which states Do Not Resuscitate (DNR), but whose children have decided that their parent should be a full code. The client has coded twice. The other nurses do not seem to have any issues with the situation, but the nurse feels distressed. Which of the following best describes this source of conflict?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The conflict arises from violating the client's DNR wishes, creating an ethical dilemma between autonomy and family demands. A. No cultural issues are indicated. C. No group competition is present. D. Resources or safety are not the issue.
Extract:
Nurses' Notes
Vital Signs
Diagnostic Results
Day 1:
Client is admitted with a 2-day history of headache, muscle aches, fever, sore throat, and fatigue.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: A. Wearing a mask prevents the spread of influenza via respiratory droplets, protecting the nurse and others. B. A private room minimizes transmission risk to other patients. C. Increased fluid intake supports hydration and immune function, reducing complications. D. Contact precautions are not needed for influenza, which is primarily droplet-transmitted. E. Antibiotics are ineffective against viral influenza.