ATI RN
ATI RN pharmacology 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who recently lost a loved one. The client reports frequent headaches, indigestion, and heart palpitations. Which of the following types of grief is the client likely experiencing?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Masked grief manifests as physical symptoms unrecognized as grief-related, like headaches and palpitations.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is planning an in-service to teach families about self-care resources for caregivers. Which of the following programs should the nurse plan to include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Respite care offers temporary relief for caregivers, supporting their self-care.
Question 3 of 5
A home health nurse is planning care for an older adult client who has dementia and is starting to have difficulty performing activities of daily living (ADLs). Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An occupational therapist promotes independence in ADLs through adaptive techniques.
Question 4 of 5
A community health nurse is visiting an older adult client who recently moved into an assisted living apartment. Which of the following client statements indicates difficulty accepting their transition?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Social withdrawal and frustration about peers suggest difficulty adjusting to the new environment.
Extract:
Nurses' Notes
Diagnostic Results
0800:
Client 1 is admitted with right hip pain following a fall.
Client 2 has a history of hyperlipidemia.
Client 3 has a history of congestive heart failure.
Client 4 has hypertension and a new prescription for furosemide.
Client 5 has a stage 2 pressure injury on the sacrum.
Client 6 is admitted with a new diagnosis of diabetes mellitus.
Question 5 of 5
The first client the nurse should assess is ___ followed by ___
| Pulmonary edema |
| Glycemic control |
| Hypoalbuminemia |
| Hip fracture |
| Low potassium |
| Malnutrition |
Correct Answer: A,D
Rationale: Pulmonary edema is a life-threatening condition that can impair oxygenation, requiring immediate assessment for respiratory distress. The hip fracture, while urgent due to pain and potential bleeding, is not as immediately life-threatening as pulmonary edema.