ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Woolery Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse educator who leads a residency program for new nurses is educating the new nurses on the trajectory of chronic illness. The nurse recognizes a need for further teaching when one of the new nurses states which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Many chronic illnesses are not curable. The goal of care is often to manage the condition, improve quality of life, and prevent complications, rather than achieving a complete cure.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client who has Guillain-Barre syndrome. The client complains of an inability to move both legs and reports a tingling sensation above the waistline. Which is the most important piece of equipment for the nurse to keep at this client's bedside?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Guillain-Barre syndrome can progress rapidly, leading to respiratory muscle weakness, necessitating an intubation tray for potential mechanical ventilation.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following clients is at a higher risk of developing osteoarthritis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Long-term prednisone use can contribute to joint issues and osteoarthritis risk.
Question 4 of 5
A client with a history of heart failure is being discharged from the hospital. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Taking diuretics in the evening can increase nighttime urination, disrupting sleep; they should be taken in the morning.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a total hip arthroplasty. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to prevent dislocation of the prosthesis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Keeping legs abducted prevents hip adduction, reducing dislocation risk.