ATI RN
ATI Medical Surgical 2 Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing menopausal changes and requests information about the use of herbal therapies to relieve her discomfort. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: This statement acknowledges the client's interest in herbal therapies while providing important information about potential risks due to limited long-term testing. The other options are either overly dismissive, inaccurate, or provide unqualified endorsements.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following does the nurse implement as the most important measure in preventing transmission of harmful pathogens to patients with depressed bone marrow function?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Strict handwashing is the most effective measure to prevent pathogen transmission to immunocompromised patients, reducing healthcare-associated infections.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in a provider's office is reinforcing teaching to a client who is at high risk for ovarian cancer. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pelvic exams can help detect ovarian cancer or pelvic abnormalities, though not always definitive. The other statements are incorrect: BRCA1 increases risk but does not guarantee cancer, Pap tests screen for cervical cancer, and elevated CA125 levels, not decreased, are associated with ovarian cancer.
Question 4 of 5
Which finding about a patient with polycythemia vera is most important for the nurse to report to the health care provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Calf swelling and pain may indicate deep vein thrombosis, a serious complication requiring urgent attention. Plethora, elevated platelets, and high hematocrit are expected in polycythemia vera.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is performing an assessment on a client with a diagnosis of pernicious anemia. Which finding would the nurse expect to note in this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A red, smooth, sore tongue is typical in pernicious anemia due to vitamin B12 deficiency affecting epithelial cells. Dusky membranes, shortness of breath, and dyspnea are less specific.