ATI RN
ATI Medical Surgical Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a spinal cord injury with heterotopic ossifications. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Heterotopic ossifications involve abnormal bone formation in soft tissues around joints, leading to pain, swelling, and decreased range of motion, which are symptoms of arthralgia.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge instruction to a client who has hypertension that has resulted in a transient ischemic attack (TIA). Which of the following information should the nurse discuss with the client regarding blood pressure (BP) management?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Maintaining systolic blood pressure between 120 and 129 mm Hg aligns with guidelines for tight blood pressure control post-TIA to reduce the risk of recurrent cerebrovascular events.
Question 3 of 5
A client is seeking treatment for a respiratory infection at a local clinic. During the visit, the client verbalizes concern about the cost of medication and the inability to pay for it. Which of the following responses should the nurse use?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Offering free medication samples is a compassionate and practical solution to address the client's financial concerns, maintaining a therapeutic nurse-client relationship.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is discussing factors that can lead to obstructive sleep apnea with a group of older adults. Which of the following factors should the nurse include in the teaching? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: Stroke, fatty deposits, and muscle dysfunction are direct contributing factors to obstructive sleep apnea. Stroke affects respiratory control, fatty deposits narrow the airway, and muscle dysfunction increases airway collapsibility.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the plan of care for a client who has a spinal cord injury and spasm-induced incontinence. Which of the following medications should the nurse anticipate a prescription for?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Oxybutynin is an anticholinergic medication used to treat overactive bladder and spasm-induced incontinence by relaxing bladder smooth muscles, reducing involuntary contractions.