ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 1 2024 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Which of the following groups should the nurse understand has a higher risk of sustaining a TBI?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: People who play contact sports are at higher risk for TBIs due to potential collisions and impacts. Abstaining from alcohol reduces TBI risk from falls or accidents. Rural living may increase motor vehicle accident risk but is less direct. Age alone, such as being in one’s 30s, is not a significant TBI risk factor.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is evaluating the plan of care during a postoperative visit for a client who had a retinal reattachment procedure. Which of the following statements indicates the client is following the instructions in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Watching television is permissible after retinal surgery as it does not excessively strain the eye, aligning with typical postoperative instructions. Other options involve activities (computer use, bathing, driving) that are contraindicated during recovery.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing CPR to a client. Which of the following aspects of CPR are different in the community versus in the hospital? (Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: The correct answers are A, C, and D. In the community, notifying emergency services (
A) is critical to activate EMS. In hospitals, an interprofessional team (
C) manages codes, unlike the community where such teams are unavailable. Using laypeople for assistance (
D) is common in community settings to aid with tasks like retrieving an AED. Compression rates and depths (
B) follow standardized guidelines in both settings. AEDs (E) are designed for use by laypeople, not requiring a healthcare provider.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has had a traumatic fall. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: In cases of traumatic falls, particularly when there is concern for head injury or intracranial bleeding, obtaining a non-contrast CT scan of the head is a priority. This imaging study helps identify any intracranial injuries such as hemorrhage or skull fractures, allowing for prompt intervention if necessary.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who reports hearing loss. Which of the following statements indicates that the hearing loss is affecting the client's ability to perform activities of daily living (ADLs)?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This statement suggests that the client is experiencing dizziness, which could be related to hearing loss affecting their sense of balance. Dizziness can significantly impact the client's ability to perform activities of daily living (ADLs) safely, such as walking, cooking, or bathing, as it increases the risk of falls and injury.