ATI RN
ATI n269 Med Surg Comprehensive Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who just had a flexible bronchoscopy. Which of the following nursing actions is appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: After a flexible bronchoscopy, the gag reflex may be temporarily impaired due to local anesthesia. It is important to withhold food and liquids until the gag reflex returns to prevent aspiration. This is the priority action to ensure the client's safety.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is interpreting the ECG strip of a client who has bradycardia. Which of the following cardiac components should the nurse identify as the role of the P wave?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The P wave represents atrial depolarization. It is the electrical impulse that triggers the contraction of the atria. The P wave is the first wave in the ECG cycle and indicates the initiation of the heart's electrical activity from the sinoatrial (S
A) node.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has prostate cancer and had a prostatectomy. Which of the following should the nurse understand is a potential complication of prostate surgery?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Erectile dysfunction is a common complication following prostatectomy due to potential damage to the nerves responsible for erectile function. This can occur as a result of the surgery, particularly if the prostate is near the nerves involved in sexual function.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who just had a flexible bronchoscopy. Which of the following nursing actions is appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: After a flexible bronchoscopy, the gag reflex may be temporarily impaired due to local anesthesia. It is important to withhold food and liquids until the gag reflex returns to prevent aspiration. This is the priority action to ensure the client's safety.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has an acute ankle sprain. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Elevating the ankle, applying a compression bandage, and encouraging rest are appropriate actions for an acute ankle sprain to reduce swelling, support the injury, and promote healing. Passive range-of-motion exercises and applying heat can exacerbate the injury in the acute phase.