ATI RN
ATI Med Surg RN 221A Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A mother with a diagnosis of AIDS states that she has been caring for her baby even though she has not been feeling well. What important information should the nurse determine?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Breastfeeding is a significant HIV transmission route, requiring assessment of the mother's viral load and baby's status to guide interventions.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is discussing gout with a patient who is concerned about developing the disorder. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as risk factors for this disease? Select all that applies.
Correct Answer: C,D
Rationale: Cardiovascular disease increases gout risk due to associated conditions like hypertension and kidney disease, which elevate uric acid levels. Diuretic use, especially thiazides, reduces uric acid excretion, leading to hyperuricemia. Depression and sleep deprivation lack consistent evidence as direct risk factors for gout.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who has rheumatoid arthritis. Which of the following laboratory tests are used to diagnose the disease? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: ANA titer, ESR, and WBC count support rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis by indicating autoimmunity and inflammation, while BUN and urinalysis are not specific to it.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse on a medical-surgical unit is providing care for a group of clients. Which of the following specimens should the nurse delegate collection of to the assistive personnel (AP)?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Random stool collection is non-invasive and suitable for assistive personnel, unlike sterile or invasive procedures requiring nursing skills.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is performing discharge teaching for a client who has seizures and a new prescription for phenytoin. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Phenytoin is typically long-term, and stopping it abruptly risks seizures. The client's statement suggests a misunderstanding requiring further teaching.