ATI RN
ATI Medical Surgical Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is newly diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. The client states, 'I have no idea why I got this.' Which of the following is the most important question the nurse should ask this client while performing the assessment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Family history is a significant risk factor for Parkinson's disease due to potential genetic predisposition, making it the most relevant question to assess the client's risk factors.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following factors contribute to the development of multiple sclerosis? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Genetic predisposition, environmental triggers, and autoimmune mechanisms drive MS development, unlike infections which are not direct causes.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with a urinary catheter. How should the nurse prevent infection?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Securing the catheter prevents urethral trauma and reduces infection risk.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is discussing factors that can lead to obstructive sleep apnea with a group of older adults. Which of the following factors should the nurse include in the teaching? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: Stroke, fatty deposits, and muscle dysfunction are direct contributing factors to obstructive sleep apnea. Stroke affects respiratory control, fatty deposits narrow the airway, and muscle dysfunction increases airway collapsibility.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client with suspected pulmonary edema. Which finding is expected?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Crackles indicate fluid in the alveoli, characteristic of pulmonary edema.