ATI RN
ATI Adult Medical Surgical 2019 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has pericarditis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fever is a common finding in pericarditis due to inflammation of the pericardium. Petechiae, heart murmurs, and chest erythema are not typical symptoms.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving chemotherapy and requests information about acupuncture to relieve some of the side effects. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a contraindication to receiving this alternative therapy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lymphedema is a contraindication for acupuncture due to infection risk in the affected area. Mouth sores, headaches, and urticaria are not contraindications.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medication list of a client who is being admitted with diabetes insipidus. Which of the following medications places the client at an increased risk for developing diabetes insipidus?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Lithium can cause diabetes insipidus by impairing kidney response to antidiuretic hormone. Propranolol, atorvastatin, and ranitidine do not have this effect.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching for a client who is receiving treatment for genital herpes. Which of the following statements by the client indicates the effectiveness of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Expecting lesions to resolve in 6 weeks aligns with the healing timeline for genital herpes. Antibiotics are ineffective, natural skin condoms don't prevent transmission, and medication duration varies.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is completing an assessment of an older adult client and notes reddened areas over the bony prominences, but the client's skin is intact. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Supporting bony prominences with pillows relieves pressure, preventing pressure injuries. Occlusive dressings, infrequent repositioning, and massaging reddened areas can worsen the condition.