ATI RN
ATI RN Custom Nursing 221 Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is scheduled to have a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan. The client asks the nurse what to expect during the procedure. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: MRI scans are noisy, and earplugs are offered to reduce discomfort.
Question 2 of 5
A home health nurse is assessing an older adult client in the home who has decreased vision due to a history of glaucoma. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a safety risk?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Scatter rugs in the kitchen can cause falls, posing a safety risk.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative and is at risk for developing venous thromboembolism (VTE). The nurse should instruct the client to avoid which of the following unsafe actions?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Massaging legs can dislodge a clot, increasing VTE risk.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing discharge instructions with a client following a right cataract extraction. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Avoiding heavy lifting prevents increased intraocular pressure.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who reports a throbbing headache after a lumbar puncture. Which of the following actions is most likely to facilitate resolution of the headache?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Increasing fluid intake replaces cerebrospinal fluid, alleviating headache.