ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Quiz 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in the emergency department is caring for a client who has an elevated temperature and reports fatigue and muscle aches. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: C,D,E
Rationale: C: Chest x-ray and sputum culture are key diagnostics for respiratory infections. D: Airborne isolation is a precaution for suspected tuberculosis. E: Supplemental oxygen addresses potential hypoxemia. A is premature without TB confirmation, B is not indicated without severe distress, and F is irrelevant for this scenario.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has pneumonia and a prescription for oxygen therapy at 5 L/min via nasal cannula. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A humidifier prevents nasal dryness from prolonged oxygen use. A is unsafe due to flammability risks, B disrupts oxygen delivery, and C is incorrect as the cannula is nasal, not oral.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is educating a client on the use of Pyrazinamide for tuberculosis. Which of the following statements is correct?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pyrazinamide can cause hepatotoxicity, requiring frequent liver function tests. B is related to Ethambutol, C to Isoniazid, and D to Rifampin.
Question 4 of 5
The nursing assistant reports to the registered nurse (RN) that an older adult client who has been alert and oriented has become increasingly confused over the past 3 hours. What would be the best nursing action to perform next?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypoxia is a common cause of acute confusion in older adults, making oxygen saturation a priority assessment. B, C, and D are secondary to addressing potential hypoxia.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is prioritizing client care after receiving change-of-shift report. Which of the following clients should the nurse plan to see first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tachycardia in a pneumonia client may indicate sepsis or worsening respiratory status, requiring immediate assessment. A, B, and C are less urgent.