ATI RN
ATI Medical Surgical Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has chronic migraine headaches. The client asks the nurse if it could be a cerebral aneurysm. Which of the following responses should the nurse use?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Most cerebral aneurysms are asymptomatic until rupture, unlike migraines which cause recurring headaches. Seizures, nausea, vomiting, and stiff neck are not typical unless the aneurysm ruptures.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing an educational session to colleagues on the unit regarding COPD. Which of the following options would the nurse provide regarding associated risks of COPD?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Increased pneumonia risk (
D) is due to impaired mucociliary clearance and lung function in COPD. Weight loss (
A), poor nutrition (
B), and muscle dysfunction (
C) are associated with COPD but are not the primary risks highlighted here.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with pneumonia. Which intervention should the nurse prioritize?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Antibiotics are the primary treatment for bacterial pneumonia, targeting the underlying infection.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is the most common comorbidity of a secondary spontaneous pneumothorax (SSP)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: COPD (
A) is the most common comorbidity for SSP due to emphysematous bullae and lung tissue damage. Sarcoidosis (
B), lung cancer (
C), and cystic fibrosis (
D) can cause pneumothorax but are less frequent than COPD.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult client in the emergency department who sustained a head injury due to a fall. Which of the following are common reasons for head injuries in older adults? (Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Common reasons for head injuries in older adults include decreased visual acuity, polypharmacy, and weakness, which contribute to falls. Motor vehicle crashes are less common causes of head injuries in this population compared to falls-related factors.