ATI RN
ATI Medical Surgical 2 Final 2024 Assessment Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is taking aspirin for arthritis. The nurse should identify which of the following findings as an adverse effect of this medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tinnitus is a well-documented adverse effect of aspirin, especially in high doses, due to its impact on inner ear structures. Clay-colored stools suggest biliary issues, nystagmus is unrelated to aspirin, and respiratory depression is not a typical side effect.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for several clients at a community clinic. Which of the following clients is most at risk for developing type 2 diabetes mellitus?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A 40-year-old client with hypoglycemia is at higher risk for type 2 diabetes, as hypoglycemia can indicate insulin resistance or pre-diabetes, especially with age-related risk factors. Autoimmune disorders are linked to type 1 diabetes, lack of sleep is a weaker predictor, and never giving birth is not a risk factor.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in a clinic is talking with a client who has a new diagnosis of osteoarthritis. The nurse should anticipate that the client will require teaching about which of the following medications?
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Acetaminophen, celecoxib, and ibuprofen are commonly used for pain relief and inflammation in osteoarthritis. Cyclobenzaprine is a muscle relaxant and not typically used for osteoarthritis.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a prescription for heat therapy for the treatment of cellulitis of the right lower leg. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Wrapping a warm, wet towel around the affected area (
B) is a safe and effective method for applying moist heat, which improves blood flow and reduces discomfort in cellulitis. Heat lamps (
A) risk burns and skin drying, heating pads (
C) may cause burns or exacerbate swelling, and soaking (
D) can introduce bacteria, worsening the infection.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has prostate cancer and has undergone a prostatectomy. Which of the following should the nurse understand as a potential complication of prostate surgery?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Erectile dysfunction is a common complication of prostatectomy due to potential nerve and blood vessel damage. Testicular torsion is unrelated, cystitis is less common, and paralytic ileus, while possible, is typically temporary.