ATI RN
ATI RN pharmacology 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of uninsured clients in the emergency department of a private hospital. Which of the following actions should the nurse identify as a violation of a client's rights according to the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA)?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: EMTALA mandates screening and stabilization before referral, violated by sending for evaluation elsewhere.
Question 2 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.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing an older adult client who reports pain. Which of the following should the nurse recognize about the client's perception of pain?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Older adults may under-report pain due to various factors, requiring careful assessment.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is inspecting equipment safety in a client's home. The nurse should identify that which of the following findings requires an intervention?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Oxygen tanks should be stored upright and secured to prevent leaks or hazards.
Extract:
Nurses' Notes
Diagnostic Results
Day 1:
The client has left-sided weakness and is unable to ambulate without full assistance. 2+ pedal pulses present and equal bilaterally.
Day 2:
Area of swelling and tenderness noted to back of right calf. Pedal pulses present and equal bilaterally.
Question 5 of 5
The client is at risk for developing ___ due to their ___
| deep vein thrombosis (DVT) |
| immobility |
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: Swelling and tenderness in the calf are key signs of DVT, which is a common complication of immobility after a stroke. Immobility leads to venous stasis, increasing the risk of clot formation.