ATI RN
ATI Medical Surgical Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a pulmonary embolism. The nurse should identify that the release of inflammatory mediators leads to which of the following pathologic findings?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Respiratory alkalosis occurs due to increased respiratory rate in response to pulmonary embolism, causing excessive CO2 exhalation. Inflammatory mediators increase pulmonary vascular resistance, and hypercapnia and hypoventilation are not typical.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with a terminal illness. Which action supports emotional needs?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Open communication allows the client to express fears and concerns, supporting emotional well-being.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a burn injury requires fluid resuscitation. Which formula guides this process?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The Parkland formula calculates fluid needs for burn patients based on body surface area.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following are common symptoms in individuals with multiple sclerosis? (Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E
Rationale: Paresthesia, dysphagia, spasticity, and vertigo are hallmark neurological symptoms of multiple sclerosis due to nerve damage or disrupted nerve signals. Nausea and vomiting, while possible, are not primary symptoms and may relate to secondary factors like medications or infections.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing care for a client who is at risk of cerebral aneurysm rupture. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the care plan?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Maintaining the head of the bed between 30 and 45° is correct because it helps reduce intracranial pressure by promoting venous drainage from the brain, thus decreasing the risk of cerebral aneurysm rupture or rebleeding. Keeping lights at a medium level is not specific to preventing aneurysm rupture, hypotonic solutions can increase intracranial pressure, and repositioning does not directly address the risk of rupture.