ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Med-Surg 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 2 days postoperative following a below-the-knee amputation and asks about the purpose of maintaining an elastic bandage around the residual limb of the extremity. Which of the following is an appropriate response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An elastic bandage reduces edema and shapes the residual limb for prosthetic fitting.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who had a bilateral orchiectomy. The nurse should instruct the client to expect which of the following symptoms?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bilateral orchiectomy reduces testosterone, leading to hot flashes similar to menopause.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse working in an outpatient clinic is planning a community education program about reproductive cancers. The nurse should identify which of the following manifestations as a possible indication of cervical cancer?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Painless vaginal bleeding is a common early sign of cervical cancer.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has cervical cancer and is receiving brachytherapy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Brachytherapy involves internal radiation; keeping visitors 6 feet away minimizes exposure.
Question 5 of 5
A client who is deaf and communicates using sign language is being admitted by a nurse who does not know sign language. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An interpreter ensures accurate communication during the admission process.