ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Npro 2000 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is unable to make any decisions for themselves and needs constant reassurance. The nurse should identify that these are manifestations of which of the following personality disorders?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dependent personality disorder involves excessive need for reassurance and difficulty making decisions, matching the client's behavior.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has cirrhosis and ascites. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Decreasing fluid intake helps manage ascites by preventing further fluid accumulation in the peritoneal cavity.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who was admitted with acute psychosis and is being treated with haloperidol (Haldol). The nurse should suspect that the client may be experiencing tardive dyskinesia when the client exhibits which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Tongue thrusting and lip smacking are hallmark signs of tardive dyskinesia, a side effect of long-term haloperidol use.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching for a client who has a new diagnosis of fibromyalgia. Which of the following client statements indicates the need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fibromyalgia does not cause joint inflammation, unlike arthritis, indicating a need for further teaching about its non-inflammatory nature.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new diagnosis of Parkinson's disease. On which of the following medications should the nurse prepare to instruct the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Levodopa/carbidopa is the primary treatment for Parkinson's, increasing dopamine to control movement symptoms.