ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nursing 300 Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of bladder cancer Which of the following interventions should the nurse take to promote comfort?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Honest answers reduce anxiety and build trust, promoting comfort in a client with a new cancer diagnosis. Avoiding eye contact, limiting explanations, or choices can increase distress.
Question 2 of 5
What does the nurse identify as INDIRECT cause of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) SELECT ALL THAT APPLY
Correct Answer: D,E
Rationale: Sepsis and blood transfusion (via TRALI) indirectly cause ARDS through systemic inflammation or immune response, respectively. Pneumonia, drowning, and aspiration directly damage lung tissue.
Question 3 of 5
A young adult is brought to the Emergency Department (ED) after a motor vehicle accident (MVA). The patient has severe right chest pain where there was impact with the steering wheel. Which is the priority patient goal?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Chest trauma may cause pneumothorax or hemothorax, impairing oxygenation. Maintaining adequate oxygenation is the priority to prevent hypoxia, before addressing anxiety, circulation, or pain.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient with wheezes, shortness of breath, urticaria and itching after receiving a new antibiotic The nurse understands that the epilepsy in this situation would be administered intramuscularly (IM), rather than intravenously (IV) because:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: IM epinephrine is preferred in anaphylaxis to avoid rapid systemic effects of IV administration, which is reserved for cardiac arrest or severe shock.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for warfarin. Which statement by the client indicates the need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A hard-bristled toothbrush increases bleeding risk in clients on warfarin, indicating a need for further teaching to use a soft-bristled brush.