ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals Exam 6 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is having palliative surgery. Which of the following should be included in the nurse's instruction?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because palliative surgery aims to improve the patient's quality of life by alleviating symptoms, not to cure the underlying disease. By informing the client that they will be more comfortable after the surgery, the nurse is setting realistic expectations and addressing the primary goal of palliative care.
Choice B is incorrect as the purpose of palliative surgery is not primarily diagnostic.
Choice C is incorrect as palliative surgery is not intended to restore function but to provide comfort.
Choice D is incorrect as palliative surgery does not aim to cure the disease.
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