ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 9 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse caring for a client with hepatitis is providing education to the client about portal hypertension. Which of the following will the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Increased pressure from portal hypertension causes abdominal swelling (ascites). It is not caused by heart overworking, and it worsens, not resolves, with cirrhosis.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative from glaucoma surgery in the right eye. Which of the following will the nurse include in the postoperative education to the client? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: C,E,F
Rationale: Reporting flashing lights, avoiding strenuous activities like vacuuming, and understanding that flashes of light are normal help manage recovery and prevent complications.
Question 3 of 5
When performing an assessment, the nurse observes for bilateral equality. After performing a neurological assessment, which of the following will the nurse document when assessment findings indicate that there is left facial droop?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Asymmetrical findings are documented when one side of the face is lower or weaker, as in left facial droop. Symmetrical findings imply equality, bilateral strength implies normal muscle power, and inability to perform within normal limits is too vague.
Question 4 of 5
A client who is suffering from an allergic reaction asks the nurse what can be done about the itching. Which of the following will the nurse provide to the client?
Correct Answer: A,B,E
Rationale: Avoiding scratching prevents skin damage and infection (
Choice
A). A moist cool compress soothes itching and reduces inflammation (
Choice
B). Avoiding hot air prevents worsening of itching and inflammation (
Choice E). Alcohol irritates and dries skin, worsening itching (
Choice
C). Using a wooden stick to scratch risks injury and infection (
Choice
D).
Question 5 of 5
A patient who is unconscious after a head injury has cerebral edema. Which nursing intervention will be included in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Elevating the head of the bed to 30 degrees facilitates venous drainage from the head, reducing intracranial pressure and helping manage cerebral edema.