ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 V Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 4
A nurse is caring for a client who requires protective isolation following a hematopoietic stem cell transplant. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement to protect the client from infection?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Positive-pressure airflow prevents contaminated air from entering, protecting immunocompromised clients.
Question 2 of 4
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation when the low pressure alarm sounds on the ventilator. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A low pressure alarm suggests a cuff leak, allowing air to escape, requiring immediate evaluation.
Question 3 of 4
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who reports that they cannot afford their prescribed medication. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A social worker can assist with financial resources, addressing the client's medication affordability issue.
Question 4 of 4
A nurse is preparing to receive a client from surgery following a transverse colon resection with colostomy placement. The nurse should expect to assess the stoma at which of the following locations?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A transverse colostomy stoma is typically located in the upper abdomen, near the midline.
Question 5 of 4
A client who is deaf and communicates using sign language is being admitted by a nurse who does not know sign language. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An interpreter ensures accurate communication, respecting the client's needs during admission.