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ATI Nur201 FA2 Med Surg 2 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a cardiopulmonary arrest. The nurse anticipates the emergency response team will administer which of the following medications if the client's restored rhythm is symptomatic bradycardia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Atropine is the first-line medication for symptomatic bradycardia. It works by blocking the vagus nerve's effects on the heart, increasing heart rate. It is commonly used in emergency settings to manage bradycardia until a more definitive treatment, such as pacemaker insertion, can be provided.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who is in the oliguric phase of an acute kidney injury. Which of the following clinical manifestations would be consistent with the condition?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pulmonary edema is a common manifestation in the oliguric phase of acute kidney injury. This phase is characterized by decreased urine output, leading to fluid overload and subsequent complications such as pulmonary edema, where fluid accumulates in the lungs.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a suspected diagnosis of Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS). Which of the following questions should the nurse ask the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Guillain-Barr syndrome often follows a recent infection, such as a respiratory or gastrointestinal infection. The immune response to the infection can trigger an autoimmune reaction that damages the peripheral nerves, leading to the symptoms of GBS. Asking about recent infections helps establish a potential cause.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who has otitis media with effusion. The nurse should identify that which of the following manifestations indicates a tympanic membrane rupture?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Green-blue discharge in the ear canal is a classic sign of a tympanic membrane rupture. This discharge is usually pus mixed with blood from the middle ear and indicates that the membrane has ruptured, allowing the fluid to drain out.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with newly diagnosed asthma. Which instructions should the nurse include to reduce the likelihood of an asthma attack? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Avoiding smoking, calling 911 for red zone peak flow readings, and washing bedclothes in hot water are effective measures to reduce asthma attacks. Smoking and dust mites are triggers, and red zone readings indicate severe obstruction. Air fresheners can irritate airways, and inhalers are typically used 15-30 minutes before exercise.