ATI RN
ATI Nurs 258 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has just received the diagnosis of endometrial cancer. During the nursing assessment, which of the following manifestations is likely to be reported by this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Postmenopausal bleeding is a common and significant symptom of endometrial cancer, warranting further evaluation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 5 hours postoperative following a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). The nurse notes that the client's indwelling urinary catheter has not drained in the past hour. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Checking for kinks in the tubing is the first step to ensure proper catheter function.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is performing triage on the incident scene for several clients following a mass casualty event. The nurse should assign a red tag to which of the following clients?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: An open traumatic brain injury with agonal breaths requires immediate life-saving intervention, warranting a red tag.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in an emergency department is caring for a client who reports being sexually assaulted just prior to admission. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Gathering a sensitive history ensures appropriate care and evidence collection without causing further distress.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is presenting educational materials to a group of middle-aged clients about menopausal hormone therapy following total hysterectomy. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the education?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hormone therapy can prevent osteoporotic fractures by maintaining bone density post-hysterectomy.