ATI RN
ATI RN Custom Nursing 221 Exam 4 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse at a rehabilitation center is planning care for a client who had a left hemispheric cerebrovascular accident (CVA) 3 weeks ago. Which of the following goals should the nurse include in the client's rehabilitation program?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Left hemispheric CVA often impairs language, making communication a key goal.
Question 3 of 5
A client who has a history of myocardial infarction (MI) is prescribed aspirin 325 mg. The nurse recognizes that the aspirin is given due to which of the following actions of the medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Aspirin's antiplatelet action prevents clot formation in MI patients.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has an indwelling urinary catheter. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to prevent infection?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Checking the catheter tubing for kinks or twisting prevents urinary stasis, reducing infection risk.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse in an ophthalmology clinic is interviewing a client who was referred by his primary care provider for suspicion of cataracts. The nurse should expect the client to report.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cataracts commonly cause decreased color perception.